Chewy Baca

I fell in love with you the moment I met you. With your giant eyeballs and chirpy bark. Your tail curled and weirdly shaped frown. I didn't want to ever put you down.

You grew into a beloved family pet - albeit a sassy and opinionated one. You did it your way. Every step. And you never had any qualms about letting folks know that is how it was going to go. You patrolled the front door and back yard long after your sight had begun to deteriorate. You were our little Sargent Chewy.

So I should have recognized sooner that you were tired. Your fire went out and I am so sorry I didn't let you go. I just didn't know how.

But you're gone now. And I want you to know that everything is going to be ok. I'll be careful. And make sure no bad guys come into the house. Rest now my little man. I will always picture you snoring on your favorite pillow on our bed. Your favorite spot.

The Patrol can be passed on. We will miss you forever and ever.