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COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Written 1/17/14 This afternoon was another example.  He was in a very good mood today, happy and warm.  He, like Banker, works to involve us in his world.  When he’s happy, he will make efforts to entice us to play, … Continue reading

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THE EXPERIENCE OF LOSSES

posted 3/20/14, written 2/6/14 When you grow close to another living creature who expires before you do, loss is inevitable, as is the grief that goes along with loss.  No matter how well you understand that the pain of loss … Continue reading

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Parker, 1/20/02 – 2/4/14

With the storm coming, I took Parker to MU on Monday for his second treatment instead of Tuesday.  He enjoyed the trip there, looking out the windows during the drive.  I was optimistic since the first treatment had gone so … Continue reading

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WORRIED MOTHERS

11/17/11 (In remembrance series) First, I don’t really think that I have a “worried mother” personality.  In Parker’s case, I think he has a remarkable ability to reach hard-wiring receptors in me, though.  For one thing, he can make sounds that … Continue reading

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