Sending Hugs to Heaven

Sunday was a difficult day to say the least.  I traveled to Pleasantville, NY to attend and photograph the Celebration of Life event held in memory of  Luis Carlos Montalvan who passed away in December, 2016.  After 17 years serving our country in the military, Luis suffered from PTSD, traumatic brain injury and other  injuries sustained during his time of service.  His beloved service dog, Tuesday, was his best friend.  Tuesday is now in the loving care of the organization that trained him to assist Luis – ECAD (Educated Canines Assisting with Disabilities).  At the end of Sunday’s event, everyone went outside and Tuesday assisted with a release of white doves.  Watching Tuesday look to the sky and watch the birds was so emotional.   Luis’ latest book – “Tuesday’s Promise” – was released today.  My copy just arrived in the mail and I’m anxious to begin to read the last chapter of the love story of Luis and Tuesday.  I know that I will be crying.

4 thoughts on “Sending Hugs to Heaven

  • Pam Fogt

    I cried when I saw this picture Tuesday looks so sad he misses his Luis
    I just wanted to pick him up and hold him telling him you will see your Luis again the two of you will be together again

  • Betsy (Post author)

    Together Luis and Tuesday inspired and transformed so many lives. I am sure that Luis is so proud that his boy Tuesday is continuing to assist others.

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