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Dec.05.2011
Thought I'd check in with everyone as we rush about getting ready for the "big day".
Actually for me the big day is when I host my annual holiday party at Sterling House here in my home town of New Bern. It's a truly festive occasion with gift bags, refreshments, stories, and, of course, photos...
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Aug.09.2011
The AKC recently started a therapy dog recognition program. Naturally Mom had to jump right on it and submit my resume for membership. Can you say: Stage Mother?
Of course with my 9.5 years in therapy pet work, I was accepted without question. So, what did I get? I got a pretty cool AKC badge which...
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Jul.06.2011
It's was a hot and muggy day this past Tues. when Mom and I drove up to Sterling House. Unfortunately, it wasn't all that much cooler inside and with my black coat, I had to do some heavy duty panting.
I was glad we went, though, because I know some of the residents don't get a lot of visitors...
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Jun.28.2011
It was a hot day last Friday when we motored up to Sterling House, an assisted living facility and my home away from home, to meet with a reporter from our local newspaper. I was to be interviewed for a special article!
I decided to wear my official therapy vest for the initial meet and greet, but...
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Mar.30.2010
I saw a lady in the store last weekend, and she was wearing a shirt with a very cute dog picture on the front. Come to find out, her dog had just graduated from Therapy Dog Training. I think I scared the poor woman with my robust reaction. (I did ask her if I could hug her before embracing her...
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Feb.07.2010
Having lost my appetite for the past month I am delighted to report that it has returned with gusto and so with dinner holding prominence in my mind I set about to make Boeuf Bourguignonne, with a twist. I diverged a little on the traditional recipe and opted for the addition of celery and carrots...
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