Missing Maizie

My date for Sculpture in the Park

A while back, actually its been over 16 years ago now, I asked my mother, Maizie, if I could name my new puppy after her.  Lots of people might've thought that was a little strange, but she looked at me and said, "I'd be honored."

As the pup grew she took on many of my mother's characteristics. She was energetic, loving, a pleaser, and always up for an adventure.  It was almost like having a piece of mom in a dog's body. They both had a light in their eyes, even when their bodies no longer allowed hikes to the canyon, over the next hill or around the corner...  

​Mom always said she is with me whenever I am horseback. I'd call her every week and fill her in on what I saw and did.  When Maizie dog couldn't go with me I think she still dreamed about it while she napped on the porch at home. 

Well, Mom went on just over a year ago in July and Maizie Dog ran after her last fall. 

These days Mom is horseback or hiking the hills of heaven with all my critters alongside. I wish they could call me and tell me what they see. I look forward to catching up to them one of these days. 

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