A Beloved Kitty
Named Bunny

From Kristin Jay

My beloved kitty Bunny passed away this winter. I was devastated by her death, having never experienced a loss like this—we were very close. I was also concerned about the way in which she passed. Very shortly after, out of the blue, I had the opportunity to speak with Mary, and Mary spoke with Bunny. First, Mary and I worked together to come up with questions to ask Bunny, including things to tell her, because it was important for me that she know how much I love her. Mary was very generous with her time and attention, and she made sure to suggest things I may not have thought of (but were important!). Mary was so considerate and respectful of me and Bunny and the whole process. In meditation, she connected with Bunny and communicated with her, and she prepared a whole document for me with the questions or things I wished to tell Bunny, and what Bunny had to say back to me. It was so moving and insightful. While I am still processing my emotions and the impact of that relationship on my life, Mary helped me get a degree of closure, confirmation, or peace, right at a time I really needed it, when the loss was fresh. It transformed the death experience into something very beautiful, and brought me so much comfort and peace during that difficult time. In a larger sense, the whole process has given me a perspective on death that has made me feel so much more connected than I ever thought possible. It contributes to my deep understanding of what life and relationships are about, and supports my felt sense of being part of something larger than this temporary time in the physical world. The information Mary provided helps me understand and appreciate the beauty of being alive, and it helps me find some peace with the change in form of my relationship with my beautiful friend. I still miss Bunny so much, but Mary did something invaluable for me in my grieving process, and I really cannot thank her enough.