Dear Joseph and Lucia,

I came across a few pictures of our dog, Joan of Arc.  We got her as a puppy at Christmas time.  She was a stinker and a handful.  I have so many fond memories of you two with her.  I’m sad to say that she got out and was hit by a car not long after you guys left.  She survived, but was severely handicapped and had to be put down.  It was another loss at a time when I thought I’d already lost so much.  Enjoy the memories of her.

Always know I’m waiting for you.

Love,
Dad