Had to put my dog down yesterday. My first dog, 12 yrs old. She was a 65 lb border collie mix and she was so beautiful. She was smart, sassy, charming as hell. I have so many great memories, it was just me and her for 12 years & we did everything together so we’re talking ‘gaping hole’ in my life. She was a star & and a very special girl for sure. She was a better ‘human’ than most people, especially these days. I feel her strong, strong, joyful spirit all around me still and I hope that lasts for a while.