We knew it was coming. We didn’t want to think about it, but we had to. She had cancer all through her little body.
Gracie came into our family about 13 years ago. It was before Erin and Brody left home, before any grandchildren had been born. She was my baby. She was strong willed, spoiled and contrary. She didn’t like to be hugged or loved and she whined at the table. It’s true, I spoiled her. I gave her the last bite of everything I ate. Mike, didn’t like that, the kids didn’t like that, but I didn’t care. She embarrassed me a lot when people came to dinner. I didn’t care. I loved her.
She was great company to our Sookie and the Toby, the cat.
We miss her terribly. People have asked before, “Will there be dogs in heaven”? Some people have said, that theirs would be. I hope there are some. I hate to say it, but for Gracie, probably not. She was a stinker…but I loved her.
Having just put my own “best friend” down 2 months ago I completely understand your feelings, and my heart aches for you this evening. Thank you for sharing your post and your feelings with us — God bless you.
Couldn’t help but cry while reading this. My heart is breaking for you. They become such a huge part of our families. Gracie was a beautiful girl and I can see how she captured your heart. Praying for you.
I’ll never know why she picked me to be “her Jackie’s here!!!” when I came over but it will always be a fond memory. I hope Suki will help fill the void.
Oh, so sorry Barb… When they have been in our lives longer than some human family members, that is pretty significant. I know how hard it is. God bless you guys.
I’m so sorry, Barb.