[nikkipigtails]

This one is for you, Dave. Your kind spirit and giving nature is truly an inspiration to all of us. When you're feeling down, remember that, because of you, Z had a wonderful life that he would not have had in the care of anyone else. In fact, you made it possible for him to live, period. Words cannot express the loss we feel so here are a few words of encouragement from John Greenleaf Whittier.

All hearts grow warmer in the presence
Of one who, seeking not his own,
Gave freely for the love of giving,
Nor reaped for self the harvest sown.
Thy greeting smile was pledge and prelude
Of generous deeds and kindly words;
In thy large heart were fair guest-chambers,
Open to sunrise and the birds. (or fish)