Love and Loss

Losing something is never easy. We've all lost. We've lost friendships, love, family. Relationships. Losing hurts. It's a pain that is immeasurable. A pain that takes TiMe to heal. Then there is the pain of loss that never heals, but lessens as time goes on. Through it all there are lessons to be learned and individual growth to be made.

One month ago today our family experienced a great loss. A loss I had never gone through. I've grown up with pets, but this was the first house pet I've had to say goodbye to. This sweetheart was one of my first babies. I have now known the immense love that exists between pet and family. Love so great and unconditional. This doberman/lab will always hold a deep and dear place in my heart.

Not a day goes by that we don't think of you Chet. Cheddar Boo. May you run through the meadows, swim in the lakes, chase little critters, and get sprayed by as many skunks as you please!

I'm unable to find one of my favorite pictures of Chet. Imagine if you will a doberman/lab, so tall we called him our house horse. Imagine him all curled up allowing V to play dress up with him. He's wearing a princess crown. So handsome.....so handsome indeed.

Some other favorites....

Rest in Peace sweet boy. You are loved.