Oh Toby... yesterday was a rough day for mom, dad and I.
We were at a car show with a bunch of mom and dad's friends that knew you and they all told us how sorry they were and how much they'll miss you too.
Dad's friend Rick always though of you as his buddy, his wife was even in tears when she and I were talking about you! I started to notice that there were a lot of dogs around, then I realized that it was because there were 3 rescues there with dogs up for adoption. Dad kept trying not to look, but eventually went up to one and was petting it. He had part of his hamburger left in his hand and asked the lady if he could give it to you because he always used to save a little of what he was eating for you. When he gave it to the dog he just stood there in a daze. Then.... I noticed a little puppy... at first glance I only saw his back end and he was all tan, except for black on the tip of his tail and I thought to myself.. wow that's just what Toby looked like as a pup. Mom and I saw the puppy later and we both did a double take because this puppy looked EXACTLY like you as a baby. I called dad over to the puppy where mom and I were and he took one look and started crying. These poor people are just walking their puppy (this one was not up for adoption) and here are 3 adults that asked them to stop so we could pet the puppy and now we're all crying. It was so hard to see dad crying again over you. He misses you so much Toby!!
Mom and I finally walked over to where the rescues had all the dogs and mom picked up an 8 week old Sheltie that was saved from a puppy mill, she held that little girl for a long time. I don't think they're ready for another one right now... but I'm sure it won't be long.
Mom says Leroy visits your grave everyday still.
The next dog they get has big paws to fill!!
I love you and miss you Toby!!
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