Suvi came to me at the start of summer vacation in June 2012. The search for the right name for this precocious, wiggly, sweet, cute, and independent puppy was a search in itself. With help from others, I sorted through lists of possibilities, including names from the Finnish calendar. At some point, we landed on “Suvi”. It sounded so right. “Suvi” means “summer”, and as we were embarking on summer vacation, it added a note of “this is just right” to the name. A day or two later, I looked again to the Finnish calendar and found that Suvi’s name day is on June 7th, which is the day I brought her home. That really was the start of the magic this little princess brought into my life (as well as into the lives of so many others).
Together, Suvi and I hiked, ran, swam, climbed mountains, transitioned through life and learning and experiences. She was present, loyal, constant in her charm, and truly a best friend. Memories of her are rich, abundant, cherished, and sewn into every product of the Suvi Girl line.
Suvi lived a full life, showing energy and joy during every hike, when interacting with all people, and in facing each day with delight, no matter the circumstances. She knew when I needed a break from work, when it was time for a nap, or when a snack was needed (snacks were fair game anytime!). She was ALWAYS ready for a walk, run, or hike; and did so with enthusiasm every single time. She made me laugh, cry, learn, grow, and reach for the stars. Suvi kept me balanced through the start-up phases of The Math Blackboard business; and her role as foot-warmer under the desk is greatly missed. BUT: the journey we shared, the people we met, and the memories made are rich, immense, and will be with me forever.
Suvi Girl 