April 17, 2022 - think about dogs you have known, seen, or heard about, and then use them as a springboard into wherever they take you.
He Was a Good Dog
They say you should never outlive your kids
and definitely not your grandkids
But I have already outlived one very special boy...
He was a gentle giant
with an even bigger heart
always excited to see us,
but especially "grandpa"
He'd whine with excitement
as the car turned down our street
impatient
to get out and run and wrestle
He had no concept of personal space
squeezing into any empty spot on the couch
for cuddles
He once stole a turkey carcass
off the counter at Thanksgiving
and all we could do was laugh
Grandpa would dog-sit from time to time
and when it was time to go home
he outright refused
just lay on the lawn
daring you to move him
He love sprinklers,
cool grass,
pulling stuffing from toys,
and chasing balls
endlessly dropping them, slobbery and wet
at your feet
Later, as he grew older
he settled for cuddles on his bed
his little stub of a tail
nearly a blur with happiness
He loved well
and was well loved.
Rest In Peace Harleyđź’—
We miss you...
We miss you...
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