We don't ever give up on puppies.
Thank you to everyone who encouraged us during the hard times. Especially you, Lisa. We couldn't have made it to these good times without you.
It was easy to say goodbye to 2015. It had some ups, some downs, but in the end...we celebrated New Years Eve with a duck dinner at home, and a 10:30 bedtime. Sometimes doing nothing is the best course. I haven't posted very much recently, because there isn't much to say. This is good, though! We fought very hard for things to become routine. We just hit the last goal I had for Lucy. She has learned how to walk back to the door after she is taken out for a bathroom break. This might not seem like a big deal, but let me assure you that it is. It is the final shift from being helpless to being self sufficient. Here is a video, my apologies for such a filthy walkway: During the dark days, I told Lucy that she had a choice to make. She could be the best blind dog that she could be. Or we needed to go to the vet and end it. Sitting under the chair, shivering would not be a permanent option. For a long time, she did just sit, shivering. We couldn't let her be a victim, however. Her therapeutic training has been tedious. But I want to say that I have never been so proud of a dog. Letting go of the shock of sudden vision loss and developing a new routine was hard. But she did it! She is the best little puppy she can be. And I'll end with what my husband always told me when I was weak or tired.
We don't ever give up on puppies. Thank you to everyone who encouraged us during the hard times. Especially you, Lisa. We couldn't have made it to these good times without you.
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Lisa
1/6/2016 08:00:43 am
As I sit here in tears I am so happy for all of you. For sweet Molly who is always smiling and joyful. For you and Ray who literally loved Lucy to good health. To Lucy who felt your love and was determined to move forward. I love that you love those pups and never gave up. You and Ray are an inspiration. I am blessed to know you. I hope you will continue your blog. I love seeing pictures of the whole family enjoying life!!! Your posts make my day a little brighter!!I will always be here if you need anything. Including pup sitting so you and Ray can get away!! Happy New Year and thanks for making my day!!!
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Becky
1/8/2016 04:59:26 am
Aw, thanks Lisa for your kind words and support. I'll text you pictures, but it's time to put the blog to bed. It's good to have a puppy sitter, so thanks so much for offering that.
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2/14/2016 11:45:16 pm
It is the final shift from being helpless to being self sufficient. Here is a video, my apologies for such a filthy walkway:
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