I had a conversation today that reminded me about how much my beloved companion, Boodha, my 14 year old English Bulldog, means to me.  I know he is getting up there in years, especially for this breed, and although he shows know signs that should have me worried, I am leaving out of town soon for a prolonged period so I was asked about my plans if something were to happen to him while I was gone.  This is a sad and sobering reality I will have to face soon, but I would rather spend my time thinking about how he has been the best pet and companion a man could ask for and remember all the good times we had together, as well as the ones to come. (BTW you know we had to spruce up the old man in this photo, the mosaic treatment compliments of my wife!)