It’s with the heaviest of hearts that I have to tell you some bad news - we have had to say goodbye to our beautiful Pearl. ❤️
After 15 wonderful years, Pearl passed away peacefully in my arms. I still can’t quite believe she’s gone, and I’m still processing the enormity of the loss.
Pearl wasn’t just our dog. She was part of our family, part of the fabric of our lives, and a constant presence through so many of the moments that mattered.
When we moved to the village 15 years ago, Pearl was our introduction to so so many people. She had a way of making friends wherever she went — and somehow, everyone knew her name.
She was there for all the family occasions: holidays, significant events, birthdays, parties and countless Christmases. (She wore a Christmas jumper better than anyone I know.) She was there for the happy times, the ordinary times and the difficult times too.
And she was such a comfort to Tony when he was very ill. She seemed to know when he needed her, and her quiet presence meant so much to him. After Tony died, she became an even greater source of comfort to all of us. Somehow, just having Pearl there made the house feel a little less empty and life a little more bearable.
We have so many wonderful memories of her — funny ones, happy ones, precious little moments that I know everyone who knew her will treasure forever.
But right now, I’m finding the silence incredibly hard. I still think I hear her little paws. I still expect to see her behind me, my little shadow. I’ve never even written a book without her warm body stretched out or curled up nearby. And I’m still expecting that joyful welcome when I come home.
Pearl was unique. A real character. Completely and utterly irreplaceable.
She was loved beyond words, and she will be missed beyond measure. ❤️
Thank you, Pearl, for 15 incredible years. We were so lucky to have you. xxx
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