Oh Sue, I can't tell you the impact that Killian and Shiloh had on me all these years. I feel the deep pain, as if they were my own. You gave me such wonderful advise about GSD's when I adopted Logan, and I'm so grateful. Killian must have missed his sister dearly for God to have taken her so quickly. Please know that they are protecting and loving you from the Bridge, together again, healthy and happy and of course in the snow!
I often think that, althought Cody was 100% my dog, that he missed my dad's presence, as while dad was still at home, and I'd go out, I always said "Take care of daddy" and Cody would go to the family room or wherever my dad was, and lay by his side and stare at him. I think my dad needed him because he was so scared. The night before I adopted Logan, I had a vivid dream of dad and Cody standing together and telling me "it's time" (true story), and I knew that I had the permission to share my love again. I'm not overly religious, but I do believe in "signs" and angels.
And you will all meet again. There would be no heaven without our pets waiting for us. You were the best mom in the world to those two. Maybe some people would give up during long illnesses, but you gave them every ounce of love and devotion and care that you could muster. I always admired you with all my heart. I hope and pray that one day, when the time is right, you will open your home and heart again. I wish I could hug you in person, dear friend. You, Killian and Shiloh will always be in my prayers.
Your loving friend, Karen