Keira Flaa

Our sweet girl was known by many names—Baby Girl, Puddin, and Smiley—but no matter what we called her, she always answered with a wagging tail and a heart full of love. She came to us from the Georgia Humane society and became our little Georgia Peach.

She found joy in the simple things: snuggling with her family, stretching out in flower beds, rolling through piles of fallen leaves, and playing with her siblings. Her favorite toys included her giant stuffed banana, although she often seemed to think her big brother Dakota's face and legs were the best toys of all.

She shared special bonds with so many. Her beloved "boyfriend," Cash from next door, was always a favorite companion. She adored her younger siblings, Batty and Damian, and spent countless happy moments with her older brother, Dakota. As a puppy, she would grab onto Dakota's face and hang on while he gently tossed her around in play—a memory that still brings smiles and laughter.

When it was time to rest, there was only one place she truly wanted to be: on the bed, nestled between our legs or curled up beside our heads, as close to her people as possible. 

She had excellent taste when it came to treats. Cheeseburgers and whipped cream were her absolute favorites, and her excitement for them was impossible to miss.

Some of our most treasured memories will stay with us forever. Dad will always remember coming home from work to find her sitting proudly at the top of the stairs, smiling and wagging her tail in excitement. Mom will never forget the sight of that fearless little puppy hanging from her big brother's face during their playful wrestling matches. And all of us will remember how she would seek out her favorite person during thunderstorms, determined to cuddle as close as she could until the noise passed.

What made her truly special was her beautiful spirit. She wanted everyone she met to feel loved. She greeted us with a smile whenever we came home—and often smiled on command, as if she knew exactly how much happiness it brought us. Her expressive face could tell a thousand stories, and she often looked worried even when she was perfectly happy. She loved going shopping, meeting new people, sharing kisses, and spreading smiles wherever she went.

More than anything, she taught us what unconditional love looks like. Her joy was contagious, her loyalty unwavering, and her presence made every day brighter.

Though our hearts ache without her, we are grateful for every cuddle, every smile, every kiss, and every precious moment we shared. She was deeply loved, and she will be deeply missed.

Forever our Baby Girl. Forever our Puddin. Forever our Smiley.

Until we meet again.