Remembering Penny: A Love that Lives On

September 15 will always be a date etched into my heart—a day of sorrow, love, and reflection. It has been over a year since I said goodbye to Penny, my beloved pomsky, and yet, her presence is still deeply felt in my everyday life.

Penny was more than just a pet; she was my companion, my joy, my confidante. She was so used to being by my side that it felt like she was a little girl who wanted nothing more than to spend every moment with her dad. No matter where I was or what I was doing, she wanted to be close—following me around, resting near me, always wanting to be part of my world. Her love was pure, unwavering, and incredibly deep.

As much as I wanted more time with her, life had different plans. I had known she was sick, but I held on to hope, thinking we had more moments left. Returning from Mexico, I felt something in my heart—I knew the inevitable was approaching. The last night we spent together was restless; Penny was anxious, unable to sleep. And that morning, when she refused her pill, I felt the weight of reality settling in. Still, I carried her gently, kissed her, hoping that my love could somehow ease her discomfort.

That day, I was supposed to go on a hike with my friends, but my instincts whispered that something was changing. Deep down, I knew she was leaving soon, even before it happened. The grief of losing her still lingers, but so does the beautiful life we shared.

Moving to Dallas marked a new chapter in my life, but losing Penny made September 15 one of the saddest days since I arrived. The pain of remembering her still feels fresh, and there are moments when the image of her lying on the floor is all I can see—an image that stays with me, no matter how much time passes.

Penny was pure love in fur and paws. She taught me patience, unconditional love, and how small moments could become the most treasured memories. And while she may no longer be physically by my side, she lives on in my heart, in the quiet moments of remembrance, and in the love that never fades.

This is my tribute to Penny—a promise that she will never be forgotten.