#FurkidFriday: Mollie The #Chinchilla Checks In

Hi everyone. This is Mollie the chinchilla.



I'm in my cage all by myself now, because Maizie went away. The human caretakers said she went to some place called "Rainbow Bridge," which at least sounds like a nice place. I don't know why she went without me though. We've been together since she first left her Furmama.

I tried calling for her at first. But then my degu brother, Joshua, explained things to me, and I realized there was no point. So, I'm trying to follow his example, and get on with my life the best I can without my best friend in the whole world.

I can't help feeling kind of sad though, and missing her terribly. Joshua says I always will, but you learn to cope. Since he had three brothers go to that rainbow bridge place, I suppose he'd know all about it.

One good thing is that I have more space now. I mean, I technically have the same amount of space, since the cage is the same cage, but now it's all just for me. Just trying to look on the bright side. If you're wondering: no. It doesn't really help.

Joshua is a big help though. He comes to talk to me through the cage bars sometimes, which helps me to not feel so lonely. He didn't really do that much when Maizie was around. A quick, "Hi," now and then, but that's it. Since I've been by myself, he's been doing it more, and staying for longer chats. Like I said, it really helps me to not feel so lonely.

I mean, sure, I've got the human caretakers and the Lilie dog around. Well, other than when the Mummy human disappeared to the hospital place again. But my chats with Joshua always help most. Our two species are sort of related, so maybe that's why? No matter the reason, I'm glad I have him. I wish Maizie was still here. But, since she isn't, I'm glad I have Joshua to talk to.

Anyway, I just thought I'd check in, and let you know how I'm doing, and that the Mummy human's fears of me spiraling in to depression when Maizie went away didn't come to pass. I'm sad, but not depressed. I'm doing OK, all things considered. Thanks to Joshua.

Squeak soon,
Mollie