… is that they grow old in front of your eyes.

Your naughty little pup, becomes a regal old matriarch. She could jump from on end of the room to another as a pup, now she hobbles. Her once sharp eyes, now have cataract. But, her sense of humour remains intact.

Rani turns 14 later this week. every day is a bonus. Every time we laugh, or play, is special.

My life has been made better by her. I have just learned to laugh, play, love, and forgive.

And, as i watch her sleep now – i wonder, how i will cope without her.