My Turn To B III: Love, Guilt, and Silent Loss

by Willie Antonio Bradford

A BOY and his DOG. No more, no less. A boy of thirty-six and his Deer-Head Chihuahua, Braxton Barks Bradford, “B III,” nearly sixteen—a tiny protector with the biggest heart. This is the tale of a tail, Will Bradford Jr.’s firstborn son and companion, and the guilt that devastates a father after an unimaginable loss. For nearly sixteen years, Braxton filled Will’s life with love’s instruction through warm mornings, shaded walks, and holiday feasts. Their unspoken bond, woven in routine, outshone any human connection. But when chronic renal failure dimmed Braxton’s spark, Will’s delays and agonizing decision to say goodbye on January 31, 2021, shattered his world, leaving a silent home without B’s barks, cuddles, or wagging tail. My Turn to B Love, Guilt, and Silent Loss is a raw tribute to an unbreakable bond and a father’s quest for forgiveness, untainted by regret. Perfect for all those who’ve loved and lost a furry family member, this memoir will linger in your heart.

134 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 8, 2025

About the author

Willie A. Bradford, known as Will Bradford, is a soulful writer and devoted dog dad, crafting tales of love, loss, and resilience from the depths of his heart. His inspiration stems from an irreplaceable bond with his nearly sixteen-year-old Deer Head Chihuahua, Braxton Barks Bradford (B III), gone too soon, and his adopted Chihuahua mix, Virgil Vivi Bradford (2-V). Named after Dante’s guide through Hell and the dark mage from Final Fantasy IX, these companions shape his journey. A pop culture enthusiast, Will draws from films, games, and manuscripts, infusing his work with unique flair—soon to include sensual poetry. Through “Will’s Writings, Witticisms, and Wisdom” on Substack, he navigates chaos to uncover truth, seeking fictional fathers, often with harems, and penning dark narratives like Nightmare At The Meat Market, The Eve of a Cherry, and Cries Come Women Come Country. Blending escapism with raw emotion—sadness, guilt, and rage—his words invite readers to step into a world of silent tears and hopeful dawns. Follow his evolving path at https://willswritingswitticismsandwis... and discover how love endures. As dawn breaks, fueled by a cappuccino, a cereal bar, and Virgil’s snores, he remains a storyteller of constant sorrow, shaped by paw prints on his soul.