From the second I saw his photo online, I knew he was meant to be mine. I filled out all the appropriate paperwork, talked for days with the rescue, and ohhhh so impatiently waited to see if I would be approved.
Finally the word came, and 6 years ago today, I drove 2 hours away to Wags To Riches to pick up my boy.
Leopold and I quickly became inseparable. I didn't realize just how much my heart could love him. I didn't realize just how deeply my soul needed him.
And just as much as I love him, he loves me. Leo is always by my side. On the good days....and the bad. And over the past couple years, there have been many very bad days.
I couldn't have gotten through my breast cancer journey....chemo, surgery, immunotherapy.... without him. Every second of every day, he was there by my side, without fail. I have cried many tears into his shoulder, and in return, he gave me the strength to continue on, even when I thought I couldn't.
And now, through all the work it takes to rebuild yourself after a cancer diagnosis, he is still by my side. Loving me. Supporting me.
I am so grateful the universe placed Leo in my life. He is, without a doubt, my soulmate.
6 years and counting, sweet boy. Happy Gotcha Day, Leopold Sebastian!
With love,
Mama Hauck
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