My wonderful sister just let me know that she had to put her cat, Ruby, down yesterday.  She had been really, really sick and they had tried a number of treatments but it seems that her time had come and there was nothing more they could do.  If you’ve been reading this blog for a while you will know that I am totally and utterly in love with my dog, Crinkle (sometimes even more than Jason – but only us animal owners can relate to that statement!)  I can’t imagine my life without Crinkle – she is the best dog anyone could ever ask for!  I see her face first thing in the morning and last thing at night.  And because we work from home, and Jason spends a lot of time away, she is my constant companion.  Always by my side, my best friend, my wonderful dog.  Although I can’t bring Ruby back – and let me tell you that I wish I could with all my heart – I wanted to celebrate, in this post, our pets and all that they bring into our lives.  To everyone who has a cat, bird, dog, fish – give them all a great big hug today – because you know they make you a better person.  As George Clooney put it – “Be the person your dog thinks you are!”  Farewell Ruby – You will be missed. xx