This is so poignant. I love it. Has it been 3 months since you lost your dog already?

The end of an era indeed.

Just you wait, soon you will be writing about all the firsts... you've got this. I'm guessing the whole empty nest era is a particularly tough for you with all that you endured with your own family of origin. Just look at the young ladies you have guided to this piont. You & your hubby did it!!!!!! Woo hoo