I now fully understand the term, it is with a heavy heart….” This past year has been filled with trials and tribulations, ongoing Covid concerns and the Dixie Fire, flooding and landslides but we made it through. But for me the toughest part was making it through this long, cold, lonely winter without my best friend of 12 years…Blossom. She was layed to rest Nov. 19. Always by my side, we had a good run. She was a teacher, a comic, a compassionate friend that could always lift my spirits. Exemplified unconditional love, and the power of appreciating and living in the present. And as Willy put it..”One damn good dog” My heart hurts now but it’s bigger because of her. I’ll miss you girl.