A Soldier and His Beloved Labrador

During the funeral service for a beloved fallen soldier, his black lab, who was sitting in the crowd, got up, walked down the aisle and laid down underneath his daddy's casket, where he remained for the entire service. 
When we lose our soldiers to war, we are not the only ones affected by their loss. When they leave, out the door, their dogs instinctively believe they will be returning shortly, as they usually do, their masters returning within hours with a treat, a toy, some food, Sometimes, however, they don't come back. They are missing their people every day. This photo is proof that that love never dies. Our soldiers miss their dogs every day, as well, but they choose to stand up and be stronger than most of us will ever be.
In honor of Memorial Day, my blessings/prayers go out to those left behind...
-Deannalynn Arzola