All my life even as a young child, my dog was my confidant and best friend. My tenth birthday was the greatest birthday of my life! I had asked for a dog most of my young life and my parents always said no. Then on my tenth birthday I got Murph. An eight week old beagle puppy. Oh my goodness he was so adorable. His ears were big, and were as soft as velvet. That dog and the music of Carol King got me through adolescence and high school. I loved that dog with all my heart. I would sit in my room for hours with Murph by my side listening to music. He kept me in the moment and loved me unconditionally. Dogs have an energy about them. It’s a known fact that petting and living with a dog is calming on your whole being.