LOVEABLE LILY

 POST # 598

I captured this photo of Lily, this past March, during my first, and as it turns out, the last house sit at her owner's home.  Just two days ago, they let me know that she had recently been unwell, and they accompanied her on her final journey to the vet.  Lily was almost thirteen years old, which is a pretty long life for most dogs, but I'm sure that her owners are extremely sad right now, as is their house sitter.

Lily was instantly likeable from the moment I met her, and I am so very thankful to her owners for trusting me to take care of her.  I would have liked to have had a second opportunity to do so, but that was not to be.

One thing that remains, is the memory of the time we spent together, and for that I am more than grateful, indeed.  If we were to accept that there is a dog heaven (as Gary Larson portrayed), then just perhaps, Lily is up there with all of her four-legged friends, having the time of her life.  From her gentle, and friendly behaviour during the time that we were together, I'm sure that she has earned her wings.

grateful for every breath,

Paul

The Thoughtful Wanderer