Maxi

It has been a very difficult week for us.  Our beautiful and sometimes very naughty Maxi puppy was put to sleep on Thursday.  I awoke early Thursday am to her cries of pain.  When I went down to check on her, she couldn't stand herself up and she was lying in her own urine and feces.  I awoke Jay and we both knew it was her time.   I stayed up with the whole night sitting by her side making sure she was as comfortable as possible.  I wrote this poem while doing this:

6-12-08

Dearest Maxi:

This one is for you, my dear-

I will always remember your wisdom and intelligence-hugs for food (which was then stolen from plates), unlocking doors and even your crate.

I will always remember how safe I felt when I was all alone.  With your menacing bark, no one would dare invade my home.  (You taught this habit to Mickey as well!)

I will always remember your sweet, gentle ways.  You would never hurt a soul.  I can still see Ben climbing all over you and even eating food from your bowl-and you just looked at us as if to say, it's okay-this too will pass.

I will always remember your beautiful face with a smile looking out our window.  You were probably thinking, Where have you been?  You sure have been gone awhile.

So many memories, so many wonderful times.

I will try not to remember the last year-watching  you suffer and living in fear that heaven is calling to you.  I will miss you so much, Miss Maxi

Your pain has been great and you fought a valiant battle.

Peace, my puppy love, Peace.