Oh Smkie, there are no words to express the sadness I feel for you, and the admiration for both you and Mary.
I have and always will have a special love for Mary, a dog I've never met but felt I knew so well through your pictures and wonderful stories.
I wish you knew Smkie, though I've not been around lately I've thought of you both so often and will be there with you in spirit as Mary takes her wings.
Dear sweet Mary, travel safe to your boy and run free in that beautiful place where pain is gone and love and joy abounds.
Smkie, I wish I could wrap my arms around you and take some of this away...I can only offer a distant hug and a prayer that you'll take comfort in the wonderful life that you gave to this very special girl.
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