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Best Friends

I lost my best friend yesterday. Indulge me for a moment and allow me to tell you about him and why he was my best friend:
First, he was with me for almost 16 years. He moved with me and lived
with me in 5 different places in 3 different states. He often traveled
with me, but when he couldn’t, he greeted me enthusiastically when I
came home. He made me feel better when I was down without saying a word,
and was a great listener whether I was bloviating, pontificating,
preaching or frankly just bitching. He shared my food with me and in
fact I often cooked extra because I know he liked what I was making
(although in reality, he liked anything). He rarely complained and often
was able to second guess what I was thinking. We came to understand
each others needs with just a look or a gesture. He often slept with me
(careful what you’re thinking) although he had his own bed, and laid
next to me on the couch watching a good movie. Lastly, and most
importantly, he taught me about unconditional love. This best friend was
my dog Speedo. For some of you, this may seem like over-reactive
drivel, but for those who love dogs, well, you get it. My best friend
will be missed.

4 Comments

  1. Sorry for your loss Bill.

    Speedo will indeed be missed. We enjoyed those rare occasions when he visited our dog retreat. Somehow our dog friends are God’s gift to help up get through some of the rough times. Thank the Lord for His gift to you.

  3. I’m so sorry, Bill. Awareness this must be in the future doesn’t make it easier once it’s in the present. I anticipate a very similar experience when Siren departs from me someday.

    It was easy to see how well you and Speedo loved each other. What an exceedingly great gift you gave him in that, and he you. Praying for peace and comfort for you in blessed memory.

  4. Brother …
    Truly understand your loss and the tender way you always loved your best friend. Seems fitting though, that he goes ahead of you to the mansion to warm the place up. I’m sure he’ll dance a special way at ya’lls next reunion.

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