05/06/2025
One Year Ago Tonight – A Quiet Moment of Gratitude
Exactly one year ago today, I received the news that my younger brother, Larry, had passed—just 15 minutes before stepping into one of our Monday night Puppy classes.
I’ll never forget the wave of pain and disbelief that hit me in that moment… and yet, I still walked into that class and gave everything I had to those families and those dogs.
Because that’s what Larry would’ve wanted.
He supported every dream I chased, especially the one I’m living now—Rising Starr K9. He was proud of the mission, the work, and the lives being changed through structured training and real-world results. He cheered me on from near and far, and he always believed I had something special to give back.
So tonight, on the one-year anniversary of his passing, I just want to say this:
👉 Thank you.
To everyone who has supported RSK9, trained with me, shared your stories, and trusted me with your dogs—I don’t take it lightly. Your support means more than you know.
And I hope you know this:
I support you too.
Whether you’re in a hard season, struggling with your pup, or just trying to hold it together—I see you. I’m in your corner.
Larry taught me to live boldly, love fiercely, and keep showing up—no matter what.
That’s what I’ll keep doing. Every dog. Every family. Every class.
📸 I’m sharing a photo tonight of the two of us. My brother, my DOG, my lifelong co-pilot. He rides with me in every wild turn—and every calm moment like this one.
Thank you for being part of this journey.
