The next day Thane and I are heading back to the Oasis. CheeChee lands on my shoulder and offers his findings but I reach up and lightly scratch his tummy while shaking my head. I'm impressed. Even though we're in the middle of winter, he still manages to find food, even if it's only a little.
As we walk into the house, we're met with laughter and bickering. I take a moment to watch the scene before me, trying to burn the images, the sounds, the smells into my heart and soul. Every day was now a precious gift that was slowly disappearing.
Would they choose to reincarnate, or will this be the only time I have with them? Would I even recognize them if they did come back? Even if I did, they wouldn't be the same as they are now. They wouldn't have the memories and experiences that make them who they are today.
Forever is a lie, all we have is what's between hello and goodbye.
