SANCHEZ

my grand-dog Sanchez, age 15

R.I.P.

Little one,

ride like the wind,

across the rainbow bridge

to join your brothers.

May there be squeaky balls aplenty,

beaches to run on

and grass and playtime without end.

You gave us nothing but love

for fifteen years.

Even faltering, even blind,

you barked at the geese on your last morning

at the edge of the lake.

You so loved your life,

and your people.

It was your time to leave us.

We will always miss you,

your brother Chase,

and all the other beloved creatures

who so blessed our lives.

We will for all time remember.

We will speak of you always.

Your pawprints will run forever

through our hearts.

love, Gramma

My youngest daughter, Stephanie's, fifteen year old Sanchie passed away peacefully in her arms last night at the vet's. He had been failing for some weeks. Sanchez was a total character. He loved squeaky balls to the point of obsession, and always got so excited when Grandma came to visit, because I always brought toys and many squeaky balls. He had the most wonderful life with Steph and Gord, and his little pug sister, Chloe. He joins big brother Chase in doggy heaven, where I hope there are many squeaky balls just for him. We will miss him so much, along with all of the beloved dogs who have blessed our lives.