It is the author’s sad news that my ever-faithful companion and book reviewer, Cooper, has passed away peacefully. His health declined rapidly in the past few months to the degree who could no longer chase his favorite tennis balls.

Our hearts are sad and we miss him terribly because he was a very good dog in every respect. Adopted as a senior he lived his very best life at the Lodwick Respite Home for Old Dogs. He brought us laughter and joy as well as comfort and at times annoyance (what pet is perfect?)

This was a silly moment a few days before he passed where he got a new toy from my Youngest Hobbit and we spent about twenty minutes of raucaus pig oinking and laughter. You can see at the end his legs give out and his bottom collapes. This was a serious issue for him where he lost control of his hind end. Anyway – enjoy this little moment of silliness.

Rest in peace, Cooper. You were loved and are missed. You left a big pawprint hole in our hearts.

Stay tuned as we may soon have a new correspondant to manage this aspect of my blog.