To my best friend for 12 years,
I hope doggie heaven is up to your standards. They better have fake-bacon treats and a 24-hour dog lover. I hope you get cuddled like you did here at home and have a big backyard to run free in. I'm sure it's wonderful, but I just wish you were here with us instead.
I wish I could have been there when you left. I remember the day clearly. Mom called me to say she was coming to visit me for the day at college and I didn't even think anything could have been wrong. I ran out to the car when she pulled up and saw how sad she looked. I knew then that this visit wasn't for a good reason. She told me how you had passed that morning. You had a heart attack and passed on. Luckily, you weren't alone. Mom said that our other dog, Cody, was there crying and laying next to you along with our mom's fiance.
I was only one week away from coming home for Thanksgiving. It was awhile since I was home and I wanted to see you and cuddle you. It broke my heart knowing that when I would come home, you wouldn't be there. I don't blame you at all for leaving. You're in a better place now. I just wish I could have been home one more time to really hold you and love you. I wasn't done loving you. I'll never be done loving you.
I still remember the day we brought you home. We got you only a little before Cody and you were the cutest thing. We gave you a bath in my tub and played with you in my room as we thought of a name for you, Maggie. You became a part of our family that day, and you will remain a part of our family forever. You looked after my brother and I like we were your kids. You always listened and let us cuddle you, even when we could tell you didn't want to be.
That week I came home for Thanksgiving, we went and got another dog for Cody and us. Her name is Chloe and she's seven. Since she's a lot younger than Cody, she keeps him active and busy. She plays in the yard and with Cody's toys, which he's getting used too. Sometimes, though, we can tell that he misses his best friend and sister.
I just want you to know that I love you so much. You were my best friend for 12 years. You still are my best friend. Thank you for all your love, cuddles, laughs and play time you gave me over those 12 years. I wouldn't replace them for anything. I miss you so much.
Love,
Your sister and best friend
