To those who have pets,

Yesterday our poor goldfish Ninja died. He wasn't eating and I think that the move caused him much stress. If you have ever seen a goldfish suffer it is pretty heartbreaking. Ninja survived for 2 years and has kept me company.

I set Ninja free with a nice orange flower in Lake Merritt. There were some birds lurking around wanting mid-afternoon snack. I assumed that Ninja got eaten. People have told me that it is a part of life. Other animals need to eat too, I guess.

Pet fish are easy to take care of but you have to be careful because the water has to be just right for them to survive and they need oxygen. I suppose friends too.

Mourning,
My-Linh

P.S. I hope you are living life with a bit more zest because who knows when it will be your turn to die.