JessieSept. 23, 1986 - Nov 8, 1997.
To Jessie
I had no idea when I brought you home as a sweet little puppy, the enormous impact you would have on my life. You quickly became my world, my daughter, best friend, closest and constant companion. We shared something so rare and wonderful. You were my greatest joy and I was not ready for you to have to leave. My life ended the same day as yours, the only difference is that you are now so happy and free of pain, while I am left behind to suffer your loss. Yet, given a choice, this is what I would have chosen, to have you be the one who is happy and full of joy, and me be the one in pain. I would never have wanted it the other way.
My little sweet pea, I know you and I will one day again embrace, and just the feel of your soft fur and familiar body, will tell me I am in heaven. I will never have to let you go again. In the meantime, I will hold you so close in my heart, never from my thoughts for a minute. Stay where you are, Little J, where I know you are running and leaping without pain, and can eat to your hearts content. Don't worry about me, I will be with you soon, and I don't want you to be distracted from your newfound joy by my pain of missing you. Just never forget how very very much I love you. We will be together forever, one day soon. I love you so much.
Love, Mom.