Always in our hearts...

For the greatest Golden Retriever who ever lived: Thank You.

We had to let you go on Thursday, May 21st, and I couldn't bear to write about it until now. I truly believe we'll see you again someday, so I can't bring myself to say goodbye, but instead I'll say thank you.

Thank you for always protecting us. People say Goldens aren't watchdogs, but you always made sure you slept in a central spot where you could guard everyone's rooms at once. You'd have never hurt a fly, but we'd have a hard time convincing that plumber who peed his pants that time. Sorry, Mr. Plumber.

Thank you for keeping the lizards in the backyard in line, they were far too cheeky and you always let them know their place. 

Thank you for your constant unconditional love, and for always giving us the best of you, even when you were in pain. You always put us first, and even though I know we'll never be the same without you, I am glad we were brave enough to put you first when it really counted. Even at the end we could tell you were more worried about us than yourself. 

Thank you, Baylee. We love you, and will always miss you. You will never be forgotten and you can never be replaced.