The main thing I said up there was “thank you”. I felt like I had to thank him for being in my life when he didn't have to, I had to thank him for the good memories, for truly caring about me and treating me like his and to let him know that I am grateful for the time he spent and the memories he left me with during his time here. I paused to hold back tears even though my voice was shaky from a mix of nervousness and sadness. The next thing I shared with them was a memory from my fifth grade graduation when he gave me a little black Chihuahua dog who became my best friend. After my reflection, I looked at the chant and felt a sense of