OOOOH i am in love with your dog now!!! wow, what a powerful story. the reply of your husband @xwalkran broke my heart (in a good way) and made me remember again (and be thankful for) good partners who fulfill a need in us that we had since childhood... that help heal us in ways. his reply was beyond perfect and i'm so thankful that you had your dog-need fulfilled... so much of our homesteading lives is healing and fulfilling our dreams. beautiful post and i hope you're loving your travels! XO