Back when I was in the 3rd grade, I got tonsilitis. It really sucked LOL. After several days outta school, I was finally getting over it and dad came home from work with a dog. He adopted her from the local pound and she wasnt supposed to be very child friendly. But to the contrary, she was very lovable to us kids, even Richie who was very young and pulled her tail and all the other stuff kids do to pets. We called her Missy.
She stayed with me when the folks got divorced. Unfortunately, age and a stroke got her during my senior year of high school, and we had to put her out of her misery. I know it was for the best but it took me quite awhile to get over it. We grew up together. I told her everything...all my problems, all about school, and just talk in general. But what are best friends for. She talked to me in her own special way. We had a very close and special bond.
Missy, I know your in a much better place now and not feeling any pain of any kind. I miss you lots. I miss talking to you about everything. Sure could have used you in bootcamp LOL. Take care of yourself up there in dog heaven and keep an eye out for me. Your always in my heart.
*--> the song playing is "If Tomorrow Never Comes" by Garth Brooks.....I wish I could have told Missy more of how I loved her and appreciated her loyalty through the years before she passed on. We all need to make sure the ones we love, whether pets or humans, know how we feel. Cuz what if tomorrow never comes????????
