Hang in there buddy...

I never understood how people could treat their animals like they were people.  

Letting them sleep in their bed and up on their couches, I mean, yuck how inappropriate right?  

It's a dog!  I never got "those" people...

that is until the day my now husband showed up at my house with a little surprise almost 12 years ago.  

There are days I honestly forget this dog is not a person.  

Short of speaking, he can interact with us as good as any human can.  

He is loyal, a true cuddler and faithful companion.  

Did I mention he sleeps in bed with us 

(most of the time under my pillow)? 

 Has his own spot on the couch, and gives the best hugs?  

He was my first real pet, and I absolutely love this guy.  

We are noticing though that he is just getting very tired, 

he sleeps alot, doesn't want to play often and gives us a very tired look.  

I knew days like this would come, but I never knew how scary they would be.  

So for now, we just love him even more, give him even more kisses, 

and let him pick where he wants to sleep, even if it's right between my husband and I.  

Hang in there buddy...mommy loves you!