I’m a little sad today. We learned our “neighbor-dog,” Maxx, died. Maxx became part of our family in 2000 when we moved to Florida. He belonged to our neighbors (hence the name). We became great friends with the Tate family. Maxx is the closest thing I’ve come to having as a pet in my adult life. I’m not a huge animal person.

We’ll miss Maxx. I’m not sure any dog will be able to live up to the standards he set.

Rest in peace Maxxy.