There is a bridge connecting Earth, 
and heavenly realms.
It is called the Rainbow Bridge,
because of its many colors.
Just this side of the Rainbow Bridge
there is a land of meadows, hills and
valleys with lush green grass.

When a beloved pet dies,
the pet goes to this place.
There is always food and water
and warm spring weather.
The old and frail animals
are young again.
Those who are maimed
are made whole again.
They play all day
with each other.

There is only one thing missing:
They are not with the special person
who loved them on Earth.
So, each day they run and play
until the day comes when one
suddenly stops playing
and looks up!
The nose twitches!
The ears are up!
The eyes are staring!
And this one suddenly runs from the group.
You have been seen.

And when you and your special
friend meet, you take him or her in
your arms and embrace.
Your face is kissed again and again
and you look once more into the eyes
of your trusting pet.

Then you cross the Rainbow Bridge together,
never again to be separated.

- author unknown