Dog Tired

I had a spiritual pep talk with Molly last night. I walked into the bedroom and she just looked so tired. I can't even begin to describe the look that she had on her face. I laid down beside her and started petting her and I told her that everything was going to be alright and I wanted her to leave on her terms. I also told her that I would miss her greatly but she had protected me as best that she could and I did not want her to be in any pain. I took on a walk before we went to bed and she had perked up a little by then. Watching her transition to a senior dog is very hard for me to watch. She has been my protector and my best friend.