True Companion

Deacon, Clancy and Sunny at the Lake house

I asked for strength that I might rear him perfectly ;

I was given weakness that I might feed him more treats.

I asked for a low maintenance dog
that I might rest easy;

I was given a "special needs" dog
that I might know nurturing.

I asked for compliance that I might feel masterful;

I was given a clown that I might laugh.

I asked for a companion that I might not feel lonely;

I was given a best friend that I would feel loved.

I got nothing I asked for,

But everything that I needed.

On Deacon's, 2nd Birthday, I created a coffee table book of Deacon photos for Gaye. The above poem was attached to the last page. I cannot contemplate where I would be be without the uncompromising love and true companionship of Deacon over the last two years. I owe Deacon my life, my love, my soul as I move forward in this less Gaye world. I thank God everyday for the Gift Gaye picked out for me.

As her friends and Family knew, Deacon was Gaye's baby - I see her love, I feel her warmth, I sense Gaye's spirit, in my loving dog's embrace. Deacon's love sustains me. Gaye would have been so proud of our Green Eyed Canine - realizing the full potential of this now adult Vizsla and witnessing how many people he has helped being a Certified Pet Therapy Dog at local Hospitals.

Suffice to say, Deacon has brought smiles to

hundreds of patients over the last couple years.

Add to that list, one life saved.....

Happy 5th Birthday Deacon,
My True Companion.

Gaye Loving on Deacon