Today, I want to share my appreciation for my beloved dog, Sarah Jean aka “pumpkin.” She was the most affectionate dog, always enjoying cuddling and staying close to me. I received her as a gift from my son in 2016. While at a friend’s wedding out of the country, my son surprised me by saying he had got me a dog. At first, I thought he was joking. However, when I arrived home and saw a pink crate, I knew a dog was waiting for me. Even though she looked a bit scruffy, she was adorable. I told him, “Let’s see how this goes,” as it was my first time having a pet in the house. Nearly eight years later, she was still here until she took her last breath at home, lying in her bed next to our bed on April 8, 2024, the morning of the total eclipse. It has taken me this long to announce this news, but those who know me and have been with me are aware of this loss.
I’m grateful that she also won over my new spouse’s heart. If I wasn’t home, she was right next to him, hogging his lounge chair. When asked where Sarah was, he would jokingly say, “In the way,” which always made me laugh because I knew he cared for her deeply.
They became inseparable during their morning walks around the neighborhood, and even the regular walkers, with or without dogs, knew him by face and Sarah by name. We both experienced this loss and love, so I’m confident he shares the same feelings.
I am writing this blog today because I miss having my dog. Still, more importantly, I want always to feel the lessons having a dog taught me, especially unconditional dog love.
Today, for the first time, I said I think I’m ready for another dog. Let’s see what manifests.
If you have a pet or lost one, drop me some love with a photo of your pet in the comments.
Enjoy Sarah’s cuteness below.
RIP #SarahJean
Xoxo – Chante 💜
Chanté 
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