I really relate to the things you say about Lucky - how he followed you around, and was always near you - because that just how my dog behaves. And I can't imagine my and my family's reaction if she would die. So I really feel for you and your loss :(

On the more optimistic note, anytime I read one of your entries on writing, I feel the urge to take out my notebook and get down to the things I'm working on. You make people believe that even the more difficult part of writing can be fun.

And if, some years from now it's published and you're reading it...

I think that "if" should be a "when" :)