Today I had to say goodbye to my best friend.
Luna, I hope you know how much you were loved. Thank you for every adventure, every laugh, every greeting at the door, and every quiet night by my side. You gave me more happiness than you’ll ever know.
Your story wasn’t an easy one. As a puppy, you survived on your own in the Texas desert after being abandoned. You were rescued just in time, and when I walked into the shelter, you were the only dog who didn’t bark at me. You just looked at me with those beautiful eyes, and I knew you were coming home.
Later we found out you had been shot with buckshot before I ever met you. You carried those BBs with you for the rest of your life, but they never took away your spirit. You were a survivor.
Then you traded the Texas desert for your own little paradise in Scottsdale. You had a backyard oasis, walks along the Greenbelt, endless love, and eventually a little sister, Moonpie. You weren’t too sure about sharing me at first, but this past year the two of you finally became the friends I’d always hoped you’d be.
Today I got to spoil you one last time with M&Ms, chicken, treats, kisses, and the words I needed you to hear: I love you. You were such a good girl.
You truly went from rags to riches, and every single day of your life with me was worth it.
I’ll miss hearing your paws on the floor, your goofy personality, and seeing your face every time I walked through the door.
Run free now, sweet girl. No more pain. No more struggling.
You’ll always be my best friend, and you’ll always have a piece of my heart.
I love you, Luna. Until we meet again. ❤️🐾