From the editor: Novareinna wrote on October 30 to say that "my little 18-year old Miniature Dachshund passed away this morning and right now, I don't feel very much like "composing.""

Nova's special love for pets is encompassed in the story of the Rainbow Bridge, which can be found on her Penumbra website by clicking on the link below. If you would like to go directly to the Rainbow Bridge page, click on this link: Rainbow Bridge.

A section has been added to Penumbra entitled "Rainbow Bridge," dedicated to the memory of our beloved animal companions. It features various pieces of work, whose words, it is hoped, will bring solace and comfort to those who have lost a dear little furry (or feathered or scaled...etc.) one.

It contains an area known as "BlueBird Bower" where a memorial may be placed by anyone upon request in the name of their departed pet (no species refused).

Just click on "RainBow Bridge" on the home page to access the area described.