I was at the vet, waiting to be called to put the family lab down. We had her for 10 years and I was kind of her favorite- we had a real bond.

Here I am, a 50 year old man, and I just start bawling.

Everyone pretended not to notice as I audibly sobbed and hugged my girl. Some random lady came over and sat with me, held my hand and struck up a conversation about the t-shirt I was wearing. (Our daughters went to the same university).

We talked for about 5 minutes or so, and then they came out and called my name. She stood up with me and gave me a big hug.

I think of her often and how she gave me just what I needed at a time when I needed something so badly I was about to completely lose it.

I'll never forget her kindness.

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