Kerry, just noticed after reviewing your thread...I put 2007...when actually it was 2006.
In fact, last Friday the 7th was 1 year and 5 months since that day...so burned into my memory....when I sent my Sam to the bridge. Although life goes on...sure is a forever piece of me that is empty....so I can state with all certainty that I understand exactly how you feel.
I loved reading about your life together

wiggle...zoom

and especially the lessons learned part. They ARE often the teachers aren't they?
We can both always say we had the honor of being "their" special chosen person.
You take care and remember...
Blessed to have had the love and devotion of a Rottie...
Jane