Sparky's Story - A Surprise Gift

 

2014 Sparky and his servant

Chapter 40

The next adventure.

May 2nd, 2025, Sparky departed for his nextepic adventure, somewhere in the Universe.

He’s been suffering from chronic pain for years, andhis medications weren't effective anymore. His spine and joints weredisintegrating with age, and the after-effects of being hit by a car when hewas very young.

When he adopted us, he could only use three legs. Theback right leg was weak and damaged. Over time, we were able to help him regainthe use of the damaged leg, but when he was tired, he lifted it to run. Now thepain in his right shoulder, his right hip, and his spine is causing him distress.

2016 Lawrie, Sparky watching the Super BowlSparky has been my adventure partner and my grieftherapist. We’ve lived in five cities in two countries: Isla Mujeres, SanMiguel de Allende, White Rock, Summerland, and Penticton.

He’s traveled on airplanes seven times. Sincereturning to Canada in March of 2020, we have traveled 120,000 kilometers ondriving trips and adventures. We visited fourteen American states and nineCanadian provinces.

I deeply miss his independent and quirky personality.His steadfast companionship. And his snoring!

Enjoy your next epic adventure, Sparky. Sir Fuzz-butt.The Sparkinator.

You were the very best surprise gift for Lawrie andme.