My sweet Percy girl,It’s been 2 ½ weeks, and life has not been the same without you. From the moment I laid eyes on you, it was love at first sight. Your sparkling personality still echos through every square inch of this home, despite your lack of physical presence.
I remember so vividly moments spent with you, and dread the days when those memories will fade. And although I’m sure there are beautiful, eloquent, touching ways to put this, the meaning remains the same…I miss you. I miss those big beautiful chocolate chips eyes that were always full of something…wonder, excitement, understanding, comfort, companionship, happiness, and every other emotion that your sweet little being felt.
I miss you ALWAYS at my feet…always, following me throughout every room of the house and making yourself comfy as you watched me fulfill the task at hand.
I miss your nose underneath the bathroom door for every trip to the bathroom, patiently waiting.
I miss watching wrestle mania in my living room for hours every night with you and Petey….followed by choosing the perfect spot to settle in and snooze.
Oh I miss that tail. That sweet little curled tail that wagged and wagged from the time you woke up in the morning until the time you went to sleep, and sometimes even in your puppy dreams.
I miss your well behaved and patient demeanor, and your inquisitive and curious nature.
The day that I lost you, you curled up to me and snuggled that morning unlike you ever had before. No matter how ridiculous or irrational this may seem to others, I will always cherish that as our special goodbye.
You were my first dog. You were the one who changed my entire mindset and opinion of pets and animals. You brought something to my life that I have never experienced before. Until the end of time, every dog I encounter will be compared to you, and never hold up. You were my favorite subject of all time to photograph. And although my heart still aches missing you, I am grateful for the short time we shared, and the memories made and lessons learned from my first sweet puppy.
Every time I open the door, I still imagine you trotting happily toward me from your last exploration adventure.
Thank you for adding to the richness of my life. And although you are not with us any longer, you are and always will be a very significant part of my story.
And you really were the best little dog ever.
With love, always.
