Even on a bad day, I can't imagine life without my dog Lulu. My mother enjoys reminding me that Lulu has no reason to leave -- even if the door stood wide open. Evidently, the dog has trained me well. But neither of us is getting any younger, and I think about would happen to Lulu if I weren't around.
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