Sorry, Doug. I am crying too hard to be able to come up with any words right now.

A bit later: I am heartbroken for you whilst recognising that I am also crying for the dog I had that died so long ago, and for the future when I shall have to go through similar pain when my dog Shen finally dies. The end is coming, it was coming from the beginning.

I am so sorry for your loss whilst applauding your beautiful writing

A💚