"Rose, come in. We have about twenty minutes before dinner is ready and Lily hasn't stopped talking about showing you her room." "I can't wait," I say. "Rose" a delighted squeal comes from behind Stacey. "Hi Lily bear," I say as she wraps her arms around my waist. I bend down, hugging her. Having this little girl in my arms feels right. "Rose, come on, I'll show you my room and toys" she says excitedly when I release her. She takes my hand, pulling me down the hallway.
As soon as we are in Lily's room, I feel a sense of peace wash over me. Something about this pup makes my heart feel full. I've been around pups all my life, but I feel a connection with Lily I've never felt before. After a few minutes of Lily showing me her favorite dolls, the door to her room opens. When I look up at the
