Today has been a very sad day. Emma Lou, Elli's beloved baby dog, has passed away. I feel very sad about this. Elli's pain rushes right through me and adds to my own sadness in a very real way.

Emma Lou, I miss you. I miss walking with you around the block in the early mornings. I miss your demanding snorts when I wasn't paying enough attention to you. I miss your affection even for me that has only been in your life for a very short time. Your comfort, your warmth, your loving little eyes. I wish I could have made it possible to stay with us over the past few years, so you and Elaine could have spent your retiring age with each other.

Be well and rest and be in peace.