Tucker: The Day I Let You Go

Dear Tucker,

I let you go today. 

I hope you wake up tomorrow and look forward to all the good days ahead in your new life, and think fondly of the ones I gave you in the past.

I want you to know that it’s because I love you so very much that I found you a wonderful home to live out the rest of your life. You see, just like you did, another dog needs me now.

We spent our time making sure to love you, guide you, support you and in doing all that, allowed you to truly blossom. And guess what, buddy? You’re whole now. You’re no longer broken, scared, confused, untrusting or lonely. You have grown into a wonderfully goofy, playful, sock-stealer. You learned how to cuddle like a champ and even though your zoomies scared our kitties, they miss you already, too. We all do.

Tucker reflecting (or maybe scoping out
some ducks) during our last walk together.

You were justified in your feelings
As you walked into our house
Tail between your legs
Silently huddled by the couch

Your life had been chaotic
Scary and unsettling at best
There was no light in your eyes
As I tucked you in to rest

But hours turned into days
You began to open up your shell
Your tail wagged, your tongue hung out
With each kiss and hug you felt

Your misbehavior charmed me
I knew then that you were healing
The only thing you didn’t know
 Was how your absence would have me reeling

As my tear drop landed on your big, brown head
You turned to me, quiet and steady
Your eyes were bright, your heart was whole
I knew that you were ready

It’s time for you to go now
I’d have it no other way
Here’s your new collar and tag
Maybe I’ll see you again someday

To hold you briefly, love from afar
The greatest gift I can bestow,
For now I have more dogs to save
After the day I let you go.

We love you Tucker.
Good luck in your new life!!
((Try not to steal too many socks!))