This story takes place over the most difficult eleven years of Jeaninne's life. Her instinct to bring a Golden Retriever puppy into a new marriage proved to be a decision that changed many lives. Think of that one dog you will never forget, then imagine that dog being your life preserver when your cruise ship sinks. Jeaninne's life capsized many times in eleven years, but her dog, B.J., never let her drown. In the end, B.J.'s love triumphed, giving Jeaninne the ultimate gift.

B.J.'s loyalty and love served as the inspiration to allow Jeaninne to continue her work with her Special Education students in lieu of grieving her divorce and the death of her father. B.J. gave her students infinite patience so that they could process their own grief issues from home. When Jeaninne reread this book upon completion, she discovered more ways that B.J. taught her to accept life's challenges.