I tried to take a picture of my dog and his shadow this morning. I was going to use that photo for the light and shadow theme of the BW fortnight challenge. The natual light was not strong enough for a clear shot. Neither was this shot was a good one for me to process to black and white. However, I like it any way. My dog has been ailing for the past two weeks. I followed the vet's orders and I nursed Spot around the clock. However, Spot took a turn for the worse last night and passed away this morning.
I knew that Spot's death would hit me hard and it has. Spot was one of those dogs almost everyone loved from first sight. He was cute and he knew he was cute. He was so smart, he was stubborn. His smartness also helped him learn to understand a lot of human words. Spot even learned to say, "I want out" in his barky voice. He was loyal and he guarded us. He was a good judge of character. He rarely growled, but when he did, I knew to mistrust that person. He loved spending time with each member in our family and tried to give each one of us equal time. He liked to chase rabbits and play chase games with the squirrels. Spot loved the garden and he loved to smell the flowers. He was the only dog that I have had that has liked flowers as much as I do. Spot was a little over fourteen years old when he passed away. He was a rescue dog. He came to live with us when he was two years old. We could tell that he had been abused during those two years. It is inconceivable to me why anyone would abuse such a dog. Spot loved peoople unconditionally and was loved by people who met him. If you are a dog lover and have a chance to adopt a rescue dog, may you find a four legged friend like my Spot.
After Spot passed away, I did not have the heart to take any other photos today. Therefore, you have this sentimental photo of Spot and my tribute to him.
I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved pet. I hope you will be able to have happy memories of Spot to pick you up in the days to come. This was a very nice tribute to him.
What lovely words about a most loved member of your family. I know you must miss him. Trust that happy memories will fill your heart in the days ahead.
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