Brynn, Brooklyn & Joey Johnson: A Tribute To Our Sweet Jack...

Heartbreaking pretty much sums up all of our feelings these past few days... We said goodbye to one of the best dogs I've ever had. Jack went to heaven on Friday March 31st to be with Maddy. My first 3 kids who taught me how to be a great Mom - Maddy, Jack & Jada - are together again. Our hearts are broken but I know he is not in pain anymore and is happy and will always watch over us. He loved us so much; you could see it in his eyes and he just always hugged you and held on tight with his paw. Most everyone who ever had the chance to meet Jack instantly fell in love with his gentle kind hearted little soul. He had such a sweet personality & for a big dog - he was so goofy with a lot of things. He didn't like water, he would not walk around anything that was in his way - he'd wait for you to move it, and he burped from the time he was a puppy. I've never met a dog like him! He would never hurt a soul and never even looked at anyone the wrong way. He was SO great with our kids and never even flinched even if they were pulling his ears or using him as a step stool. There will be a void in all of our hearts for a long time. This has been really rough - and watching our kids experience this for the first time has been heartbreaking. What do you say to Brooky who has been crying all the time because she wants Jack to stay with us? Or Brynn was already crying when we picked her up from kindergarten because she misses Jack and said our house doesn't feel like home without him? Joey is still little but I know he knows someone is missing and he always was so excited to feed Jack every morning. Things will definitely be different. I am forever grateful that he was with me for almost 14 years. He gave me so much unconditional love and affection and has a place in my heart that no other human or pet will ever replace. If you are reading this and ever got the chance to meet Jack and show him love, thank you! He definitely deserved that!

To Our Jack...
I miss your sweet little face more than anything. We are all so sad and I told the kids today that it's ok to be sad... it only shows how much we love you and how much you're missed. I saw a little golden at the park after picking Brynn up from school and it looked like you. I think that was a sign letting me know that you are happy and free. Just like Brynn's note to you said, "I hope you are happy in heaven with your Mom & Dad & Maddy". I'm sure you are! We will never forget you buddy. Thank you for being such a great dog and always being there for me through all of my challenges and my many moves throughout the years. Thank you for being such a great first dog to Brynn, Brooklyn & Joey - you gave them such a great experience of how a pet should be. You have set the bar high for any doggies in our future. There are no words to describe how much you mean to me and I will never ever forget you. We love you Jack! XOXO