Bob grew from a silk worm into a beautiful white moth.
Joy loved Bob, and did everything with him... she ate with him (check out those crumbs on her face!)
She ran around the house with Bob on her shirt. She was so sad that he couldn't fly, she wanted to help him 'Feel wind in his wings'.
Bob clung for dear life, and seamed to enjoy his time with Joy.
Joy and her best friend made a special habitat for Bob.
Complete with a bedroom loft and triple-ply mattress. (Sadly Bob couldn't get up to the loft on his own, so Joy determined his sleeping schedule.)
There were lego decorations...
And tasty mulberry leaves...
And lots, and lots of strokes and cuddles.
Sadly, Bob's time with us was short lived. We were all terribly sad to see him go. Joy planned a funeral, and invited his 'other' family, as well as her BFF to bid our precious pet goodbye.
Joy did the decorations and everything all on her own. Flyer helped out with the lighting of the candles, because, you can't have a funeral without candles. According to Joy this was a vital part. It was an open casket service, so if that bothers you, skip a few pictures...
There were several beautiful speeches and an amazing musical tribute. Rest in peace, Bob. We loved you while you were here, and as Joy said, we'll never look at silk without thinking about you!
Bob left a whole in Joy's heart, so, we'd like to introduce another adoption into the family. We hope this one is a bit longer lived, and that our fast turn around doesn't mock Joy's love for Bob. Real tears were shed for the white, fuzzy (well, before she pet the fuzz off of him), creature.
That being said... drumroll please...
Introducing, Ruby. On the blog, she'll be known as... Ruby.
Clearly, Joy's heart has been filled. The dog kisses still gross me out. Wonder how long that'll last?
