Yesterday was a very sad day for my family; however, it was also a very happy day. Our family dog of 14 1/2 years was put to sleep. She was a stray and I remember the day I went to school she followed me and was almost hit by a car. I thought she was going to bite me. Then, when I get back from school my mom is hugging the same dog and saying, "say hello to Angel!" She was the family dog that lasted her lifetime and filled our lives with much love and joy. I know that she lived a long and happy life. She has seen the many transitions of my own family as children left for college, came back, and left to get married. Many of you that knew her for a while knew that she was a vibrant and happy dog. And once you petted her she wouldn't let you stop, as she nudged your hand to continue pet her. Here last 3 days were very painful and my dad took her to the vet who told him that she had no diseases, but that she is very old. There was nothing else he could do and suggested we put her pain at ease and let her find peace. Peace she has found and love my family will not forget. So, it was sad because we lost a family member, but it was happy because she was no longer in pain and she left us with great memories that will last a lifetime. I know that she is up in Heaven as our GUARDIAN ANGEL. After all, all dogs go to heaven! Angel we love you, miss you, and you will always be in our memories!
