Those of you who have been to the house for our GTG's have no doubt met the Sam Man. He was our best friend and canine companion.
Sam has been very sickly in the seven years he's been with us. Three surgeries for bladder stones and countless other things.
Through it all, Sam learned to be loved and gave more than his fair share of love back.
We got Sam from a no kill shelter that was about to put him down due to seizures and other problems. The first three vets we took him to also advised to put him down. That was seven years ago.
When we moved to North Virginia, we found a vet who correctly diagnosed Sam with severe bladder stones and performed the surgeries necessary to make him well. It was expensive, but we had fallen in love with the little guy and wanted to give him a good life.
Sam was a fighter and recovered and brought us much love and joy. Just this past Saturday, he was doing a "dance of joy" and having a great time.
Sam loved life and all that it brought. He was a very brave and tough little guy, but his time ran out today. He had congestive heart failure and had to be put down. He fought till the end and there was much love in his eyes as he passed.
Please join me in a toast to the Sam Man. He taught Donna and I how to live for the moment and love life no matter what hand you're dealt.
We will miss you dearly Sam. May God Bless you and Rest Your Fun Loving Soul.
