Swoozie's Sunset 

It was a suitably golden sunset this evening to light Swoozie's way to the Rainbow Bridge.

I had hoped our time together would be longer, but it was not to be. Swoozie told me this morning that she was ready to journey on. The promise would be kept and she did not have to suffer. We cried and hurt of course, but did our best not to burden her with too many tears. There is time for that now, though. For the most part, we spent a loving, peaceful day together. And just a while before sunset our most wonderful, beautiful girl began her journey to the Rainbow Bridge.

We are fortunate to have already forged a relationship with two great vets. Dr. Maggie was here to ease the way for Swoozie... and for the rest of us. She did it with as much love and heart as I've ever known in any vet. I am grateful for her tears and empathy as I am for the job she performed.

I am grateful to all of you who left messages on my last photo and sent your love, hugs, prayers and kind words. Your presence helped me make it through this, one of the most difficult days of my life. My heart is so broken, but I am not alone.

Below are a few pictures of Swoozie and her angels who kept watch today.