In Harm's Way

i remember when Gianna was in the 7th grade, she made some new friends.  One summer day she asked if she could spend the day at their house.  When i walked into the house, it smelled terrible.  Not being the best housekeeper in the world, i reminded myself not to be judgmental.  As i met the mother i again thought that something didn't feel quite right.  i said my goodbyes, got in my car and thought i'm leaving Gianna in harms way.  Today i had that same experience, not with Gianna but with Oreo, my nutty husky.  When i dropped him off at the groomer's he did not want to go with her.  She grabbed his leash and said,"come on I'm not in the mood to argue with you today."  i hesitated to leave but she walked Oreo in the back.  As i was getting in my car i heard her yelling.  A part of me wanted to go back and take Oreo home but i drove off.  Now my heart feels heavy;  Oreo has trust issues and i feel the same way i felt the day i drove away from Gianna-i've left him in harms way.