A Special Friend

A week ago we lost our special friend, our dog, Gertie :(

She was as much a part of our family as anyone.

She lived a good 12 years and we're really missing her.

We don't know exactly what happened to her but she started losing weight in the late fall, but was still eating and fairly active.

She got sick last Sunday, we took her to the vet on Monday evening (he was not sure what was wrong with her but did mention she may have a tumor in her abdomen based on what he saw on the    x-ray), and she died early Tuesday morning.

We are still very sad and miss her so much. I expect to see her when we get home, or around the lake, or at the back door for supper. There is some peace in knowing that she died under her favorite bush and Jeremy buried her close to that bush.

We'll always remember her as loving the outdoors, always puppy-like, and a big sister to our boys!

"I think dogs are the most amazing creatures; they give unconditional love.

For me they are the role model for being alive."

- Gilda Radner