Jake

June 27, 2010 - May 30, 2025

Jake came into my life when he was just a few months old and ended up taking him to a ball tournament in Vassar, MB on the next day. It was a hot weekend and he spent most of it sleeping in a cooler full of ice. He was so small that he fit.

With Jake, I was never alone. During my single days, Friday nights were simple and perfect: a bottle of wine, a round of Ratchet and Clank, and Jake curled up beside me, watching the characters on the TV running around.

We spent many summers at the lake, just Jake and I. Jake loved to swim, and I swear he was more excited than I was every time I caught a fish. He'd happily lounge on the deck in the sun or in the veranda on the swing with me.

Jake was there when I met Cory. From the beginning, Jake was part of our relationship. Our days often revolved around dog walks, trips to the park, or just making sure he was happy.

Jake was there when Cory and I bought our forever home.

Jake was there when we brought home a cat and then two more, years later.

Jake was there through Mom's cancer.

Cory and I have never been us without Jake. Until a few days ago. We said goodbye to Jake, here in our home with both our cats.

Jake will be cremated and we'll be taking him to his favorite place, the lake. There he can be with "Grandma", because I know she'll look after him for me until I see him again. Have fun causing havoc in the tiger lilies Mr. J 🧡