Rockie

2010 - 2026

Some dogs come into your life. Others become part of who you are.
For 16 years, Rockie was my constant. He was there through every version of me and every chapter of my life. He brought me so much love, comfort, and happiness just by being there. He grew up with me, and in so many ways, I grew up with him. He taught me more about love than I could ever put into words.
There were times when Rockie was the only reason I got out of bed in the morning. When life felt impossible, I still had him. I had someone who needed me and loved me no matter what. Being his person and getting to love and care for him for 16 years was one of the greatest privileges of my life.
Rockie passed away peacefully this morning. Yesterday evening and this morning, we spent time outside together enjoying the fresh air while I said my final goodbye. Before he left, he even got to enjoy a little piece of a Hershey’s Kiss.
I hope wherever he is, he’s young again, running free, eating everything his little heart wants, and somehow knows just how loved he was.
I would choose him every single time, in every version of this life. I’d find him in every lifetime. No amount of time with him would have ever been enough, but I’m so lucky I got 16 years.
It was such a privilege to love him, but an even bigger privilege to be loved by him.
Forever my soul dog ❤️
05.17.2010 - 09.12.2026