Axel has been there during my darkest and most beautiful moments. He has cleaned newborn puppies, spent hours by my side with those same puppies, taught Georgia how to mother her puppies, truly loved all animals that have been in our family, taught numerous children dog safety, had a special part in my niece's 4th grade Idaho history program. He helped my twins learn how to walk as well as our boy. He was able to witness the girls riding their bikes without training wheels this October. Axel was extra gentle with me during all my pregnancies including this one (he seemed extra sweet this time). He was truly perfect for us. His last adventure, and a tender mercy, was for Axel to be able to go for "A" day for kindergarten.
The last couple of days of his life have been truly sweet, he has had real energy to be near his normal self. We were able to enjoy his most treasured activities; relaxing on the grass, searching in the weeds and hay field for mice, playing with the kids, spending time with the cats, and LOTS of love, kisses, and deep hugs. Words can barely touch what he is and all that he has done. Thank you Axel, for everything. I will never forget your forceful rooting nose that meant "pet me" or your ever faithful paw always wanting a shake (possibly my reminder I need to give you attention). You are my Honey Bear!!! My "Stinker" I love you baby. Forever and Always will I love you honey bear.
