Jan. 9, 2007 - Brave Bob
We had to say good-bye yesterday to our beagle-bassett. We got Bob about 5 years ago at a shelter. He hadn't been treated well and had separation anxiety. But since we homeschool and we are around most of the time, he adjusted (after a few problems). But Bob has been going downhill for a little while, and last week his sight, which had been diminished, was gone. He began to run into walls. We had to talk him to the door, or to his "spot". That, on top of the other problems he was experiencing, made us realize that the best thing to do was to have him put to sleep. I kept putting it off as long as I could.
The best choice sure isn't the easiest choice. Sometimes it hurts your heart.
Fortunately, we have a little dog around who is very much a puppy still. And of course, the boys think this means it's time for another dog. Mom and Dad just aren't so sure.
So, thanks Brave Bob for the years we got to spend with you.
My "Brave Bob" rhyming lesson plan and book is still available at www.Homeschoolestore.com and it really is based on him.
Wendy
