My Isaiah Joseph,

I’m sorry it’s so late, I fell asleep in Elijah’s bed again while I was putting him to sleep. In my defense, I eventually have to close my eyes myself because if I don’t then he continues to play around.

It’s storming again tonight. I wish it wasn’t so warm out that I could have opened up the windows and listened to everything a little better. However, it’s definitely warm and humid outside so the windows are staying closed. I ran tonight right before the sun set and was still sweating a ton. That’s yet another reason to miss Hawaii more than everything everyone else.

Apollo isn’t doing so well. I’m well aware that he’s twelve years old and he’s a large dog so I know we don’t have forever, but I hope it’s just a bad few days. He’s having a lot of trouble with his back legs and has lost a lot of weight in the past few months. I’m hoping the joint chews we got will help him out a little bit, but I will let you know. Ellie did say that when something happens to him, at least he will get to play with you.

I talked to daddy real quick today about how losing Apollo would feel like losing another piece of you. We had Apollo when you were born and I’m pretty positive you’re the first child he started to give a chance to as you guys grew up. You would try and play with him, even though he’s the worst at fetch and tugging because he never lets go. I told you before, but a few weeks after we lost you I listened to a voicemail I had from you on speaker and Apollo’s ears perked up and he was looking around when he heard your voice. It’s just another connection to you that will no longer be with us.

For now, we are going to hope it’s just a bad few days and shower him with love and treats. I know when his time comes, you’ll be there to get him. I love you more than anything in the world, baby. Goodnight and sweet dreams.