We got Mari for our daughter’s 13th birthday, however as much as my daughter loved her, Mari was my dog almost from the beginning. She was my shadow and often the best part of my day. She had many health problems over the years, but she always fought back, got mostly better, and continued to love us and make our days joyful. Sometimes her gas was a little stinky, sometimes her drool was a little drooly, and sometimes her snores were a little loud, but to me, those things only added to her charm and I’d laugh, and be grateful for every bit of furry goodness that was my baby girl. I am so sorry that this last battle was too much, but I am eternally grateful to you my monkey that you gave me 10 wonderful years of love, laughter, some tears, but mostly perfect companionship. I will miss you every day and will see you again. All my love Mama