This week is the seventh anniversary of my little friend's death. Ol' Buddy was a piece of work. I've written about him several times, but when my calendar dinged to remind me, I looked back through my online albums to find this picture.

Just looking at it sent a pang of sadness over me. He was my constant companion for years. I didn't get into my truck without him riding shotgun.

All the drive-through places where I did business knew Ol' Buddy. They often had treats under the counter that they would pass out through the window.

I miss all my critters that have passed on.