You were always closest to me. I miss our walks together so much. It was so hard not being able to hold you when you needed me most to. I didn't even get to say goodbye, to see you in your last moments. It still breaks my heart and brings me to tears whenever I think of the pain and suffering you had to endure in those last few weeks - the way you looked at me before you lost sight, your frail, scarred and bony body as your limbs and internal organs give way. Thank you for trying to stay alive as long as you could for me.
Thank you for 8 great years of companionship. I will never forget you. Enjoy doggie heaven, my dear Russell. I love you.
