Joey (Josephine)

My dearest Josephine, I wish you could have stayed, but you had to go. You were the sole definition of companion. We were by each others side almost every day of your life and I think our love showed. We were a team, you and I - you were the Thelma to my Louise; the Shirley to my Laverne; the Cagney to my Lacey. You were beside me through good days and bad; amazing adventures and challenging ones. We traveled far and wide. We stayed in hotels. We stayed in cabins. We hiked trails. We walked paths. Over time, our family grew and our love grew with it.

Joey, I know your gentle demeanor and cautious character didn’t often permit you to lead the way, but today you do. I am so proud of you and ever saddened that we will part, but I know I will carry you in my heart until we meet again.

I will miss your frolicking circles. I will miss your two front paws pouncing the ground trying to play with others. I will miss the excitement in your eyes. I will miss the wagging of your tail. I will miss your perked ears and cocked head when curious. I will miss your dancing eyebrows as your eyes dart around the room.

But I will miss your sweet soul most of all.

There is no dog, not one, who can compare. You were an absolute legend and will always remain so in my eyes. My dear angel, I wish you could gave stayed, but you had to go.