W^2 or W squared for Wordless Wednesday, April 2, 2025
It is Wednesday and I am by the ocean for a week. I haven’t thought about school in a couple of days or grading papers. The third quarter finished a couple of weeks ago and I was able to square up the gradebook for the work submitted for the fourth, and final quarter, on the last Friday of March before spring break began.
I was reminded of how far I have come in mid-March when we said goodbye to Ivy, our faithful and loving Brittany Spaniel. Ivy was a puppy when I started blogging at MtDC and I know I have written about her adventures with us many times, too many to link. Ivy celebrated her fifteenth birthday in February, and we would’ve celebrated her fifteenth ‘gotcha day’ tomorrow. She was an amazing dog, and she taught us to be better humans.
B, O, Fern, and I surrounded her for her final breath and W had said his goodbye the night before. It was a sad day, but it was time for her and us.
It has been quiet in the house since, and I miss drinking coffee with her in the morning. She was an amazing dog, and we miss her, we miss her a lot.
Today is going to be a great day, an amazing day, in fact. I know it and I can feel it, so I’d better jump up, jump in, and seize the day. Making the Days Count, one day at a time, enjoying the sound of the surf, the wind, and sun. It’s what Ivy would want.
How are you making your days count?
I created the graphics below for my daily reflections…. each is from a different time we had with her…..
Oh Clay, I’m so sorry. It is so hard to say good-bye to our beloved pets but it sounds like Ivy had 15 wonderful years! Thank you for sharing her with us. Sending a huge heart hug to you all! <3
Thank you Wynne. She was a wonderful dog and we miss her. Last night when I placed my order at a restaurant, they asked me what my favorite animal was and I replied, Brittany Spaniel! Made me smile. Thanks for chiming in, stay well and I’ve got a sign for you…
So sorry to hear about Ivy. She has indeed accompanied you through your blogging journey. It must be hard to be without her. Sending a virtual hug of commiseration.
Thank you Margaret, the last few months were difficult for us, but we knew it was time. I think she knew, too. The vet came to the house and we surrounded her, all of us, even Fern, were able to say our goodbyes. Peace.
I love the photo of your kids holding Ivy as a puppy. I have a similar pic of my kids holding Bear as a puppy. Brittany Spaniels are the best! Sending condolences and cyber hugs. ❤️
Thank you Ingrid. I remember your Brittany from early on in your RV travels. Our dogs are amazing and they make us better people.