Hershey by Elaine and Tom / Mama

My precious Hershey,

I love you so much and your absence from our home is so painful. You were so entwined in my life that everything I do reminds me of you. You made me feel safe when Tom was out of town and I knew you loved me unconditionally. Even though I always wanted to hug you and hold you on my lap, I respected your wishes that I not do that. I had to be satisfied with pats and kisses on your sweet head. You had such beautiful, loving, expressive, gentle brown eyes. I could see your soul in your eyes.

I’m so sorry if I let you suffer too long or if I put you to sleep too soon (I’m still haunted by that fear). I did what I thought was the best for you. You weren’t chasing your tennis ball anymore and you weren’t barking anymore — this told me you were not happy anymore. When you couldn’t eat or drink easily, I couldn’t bear to see you that way any longer. You were such a valiant dog even when you felt so sick.

Dear Hershey, you were my third child, my baby, my soulmate. I can’t believe you are gone and won’t be back. Remember how I always called you Angel Dog; now you truly are an Angel Dog. I hope and pray that someday we will be reunited in heaven and happy together once again.

 

All My Love,