Anna, I wish I had words to bring you comfort. I share in your grief. I just feel sick at heart, my chest feels heavy, my eyes are stinging with tears. The shock of it is like an electric jolt through the body. I'll never forget his sweet face when you brought him home, how he fit in the family as if he were a missing puzzle piece, pictures of he and Malone together. I wish I could bring him back to have more time with you. We are never ready, but to lose a pup in the prime of life is just a horror. I'm praying for you, grieving with you. Sending all my love across the miles.

Beautiful boy Emerson, romp and play to your labbie heart's delight. Watch over your family. You are deeply, deeply missed.