by Bunnie Arntzen
This is just to say goodbye to you my sweet one. You have been my loyal and devoted companion for 12 years. You helped me raise the kids. You kept me company in the car in your custom made down sleeping bag I made for the cold weather. You were a wonderful watch dog over things that were important. You kept me warm at night. We shared meals and you never left a drop uneaten. You helped me through the hard times and difficult decisions. You were always there loving. I will miss those big brown eyes with the whites showing when you wanted something, and the way you rested your chin on my arm, when you looked up at me, to throw a squeek toy or a ball. I will always remember you loved to push a balloon up and bat it with your nose, when I tied it to your collar until you were so pooped you had to lay down to catch your breath. You were always there for me. I have great joy in having known you and I am grateful you are free from the mortal extistence, that was difficult for you in the later years. You have certainly blessed my life and I will miss you, I can only hope you have loved me and enjoyed the life you shared with our family you are and will be missed.