I am also currently grieving over the loss of both my Belgian and my Goldien. I lost them both in my divorce. The Golden is with the XH and the Belgian was taken back by the breeder and resold. It's heart breaking.

I am crying. A lot. And I'm giving it validity. It's a loss. A huge one. I had both since they were little tiny puppies and I was THEIR person. We were very bonded. Please, for your sake, allow yourself to grieve. It isn't silly, not at all. I am thankful that I had them both in my life, and I am thankful that I am capapble of the emotion that would love / could love such precious animals.

I'm glad your puppy is burried close by, and a garden sounds like a perfect place. Are you planning to get another puppy at some point? I wish I could, but it isn't an option right now.

(((((healing hugs to you)))))))

Bethanna.