One of the world's best dogs passed on today after living almost 15 years with our family. Her name was Peggy Sue and she never fully realized she was a dog.

Peggy Sue was a Rhodesian ridge back cross that my parents adopted from a gal who had originally rescued her from a bad situation. Peggy Sue showed right from the start how smart she was, learning tricks quickly and being uber gentle with aggressive love pats from the various kids who found her ears absolutely delightful. They were so soft that when she laid her head on your lap, you could rub them for hours and she'd certainly never complain.

As my brother and I eventually moved out, leaving empty rooms, Peggy Sue was given her own bedroom and took over as my parent's third child. She loved it and so did my parents. She went everywhere with them and would come over on occasion to our house for play dates. She was one of those dogs who had a high self esteem and would keep herself perfectly groomed and ever so ladylike. She didn't really care for our stinky golden retriever, but she'd oblige Remi with a quick game of tug-o-war or "who can run the fastest across the yard for the rotten apple" chase. Needless to say, Peggy Sue would always win. That dog was so fast and agile.

Peggy Sue truly wrapped her tail around all of our hearts and we'll miss her greatly.

Rainbow Bridge ~ Author Unknown

Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.

When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.
There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.

All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.

They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....