04/15/2026
Three years ago, I had to say goodbye to my best friend, Rylee.
Thirteen years of loyalty, love, and unforgettable memories. He wasn’t just a dog...he was family, my shadow through everything life threw my way.
Letting him go was one of the hardest decisions I’ve ever had to make. Even knowing it was the right thing, it never feels okay in the moment. You just learn to carry it a little differently over time.
These days, it’s the little things that hit the most. Charlee still gets so excited every time she sees another German Shepherd… like for a split second, she thinks it might be him. And honestly, part of me does too.
I like to think he’s still out there somewhere, running free, no pain, just waiting until we meet again.
Miss you always, buddy. 🐾❤️