This is your permission slip to stay in the pool of grief with an arm out of the water so someone can help pull you out. Yesterday, our plott hound of 13 years passed away on the arm of my husband, covered in a blanket from my parents (thank you Momma & Poppa Rose for letting me steal that comforter years ago, it was his favorite), in his sleep. That boy was the best and for now, that’s all I have for you.

Except one more thing I learned from that guy but didn’t share in the episode: stay inquisitive just like Banner Thomas Dukes. Thank you for giving me the best love I didn’t know I needed.

Rest easy sweet Bannerman

8.12.2011-12.01.2024 ♥️✨🥹