Loss is a part of life for all of us. At first, distraction may help us get through the shock and pain. Then, we can remember the good times and let them visit us in our dreams. We can honor their memory with our words and deeds. For a pet, we can be glad for the good life we gave them. When you are ready, writing about them may be cathartic. It could be simply short stories of your shared adventures, or a full biography.