"Goodby Patches"

One letter written by Monica and Sunete, Grade 6, to bid Patches farewell:

We warned our learners that they would not see Patches when we return to school next term after this holiday because he is going to America!  Many, many boys and girls expressed that they would miss him.  But perhaps a stronger emotion they felt was a bit of jealousy… Patches is living the dream of every Namibian!  If we are bringing our dog to America… why not a learner?!  (Understandable point.)  Kevin’s principal (warmly) said what everyone is thinking: “Patches is one lucky dog.” 

We did the best we could explaining it all to them, and I truly think our learners understand as much as they possibly can.  After all, they already know he is no ordinary dog!  And they see how much we love Patches and how much he loves us, and many have even said they believe Patches would die if we didn’t bring him home.  So… that’s what we’re doing!  “But if it doesn’t work,” many said, “I’ll take him!!!”

Patches will be staying with my parents and brother until we come home, starting on May 1^st when they pick him up from JFK at 6:20 in the morning!  (Thank you, thank you again!!!!)  We appreciate your thoughts and prayers for his safe travels and for our peace of mind and aching hearts (longing to reunite with our boy).

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