So, I said I'd check back...
It does get batter for like 98% of the time. I have a new dog and all. Peolpe don't aks where Sam is, everyone knows. And the shock is over. But I miss that dog with everything I am. I had him all of my adult life and really as dumb as it sounds had to learn how to be birdie without Sam. I went everywhere with him, sought out dog friendly restaurants, bars, hotels, everything.
I still can't took my new dog to the vet and being in that building where Sam died nearly made me have a nervous breakdown.
I guess you just have to learn every day and be happy about t