[lucasmom]

Mike-
I read your comment on one of the other threads about you and Xena most likely not being able to go out on your boat this summer. I was so sad after reading this as I could relate to not being able to see my Lucas jumping in the lake and biting the waves. I could just watch him all day standing knee deep in the water and biting the water as it rolls in. He would also run behind me while I would ride our ATV in the fields. We had so much fun and I cannot even think of not doing these things again without him. I cried for a long time as I need to get a grip on the fact that most likely I will never do these things again with my dear dog. He will turn eight on 4/28. I would give anything if he could live just one more year....but without pain and have one more quality year. I know that you probably feel the same way, as do others. Hang in there. I am praying for Xena when I pray for Lucas. My best to you - Laurie