Mr. Pink, July 2004 - June 2005, Rest in Peace

My fish died! I'm crying. It feels so bad to lose a pet whose been your silent companion for almost a year. I fed him everyday. I bought him a bigger bowl. I added some plastic seaweed. Waaaa. Mr. Pink! Don't go.

The thought of flushing him down the toilet is a bit barbaric, so I'm walking over to the East River to drop his rigid body there. I don't know which is worse, but it's just bad news all around. I don't know what to do. I've never had a fish die on me before. I don't have a ceremony ready!

Goodbye Mr. Pink! You were truly a wonderful companion. Sleep well.

Some resources I have found:
The Association of Pet Loss and Bereavement
Pet Loss Grief Support
Virtual Pet Cemetery
Goodbye Good Friend