service dogs helping veterans

bcp — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 17:38:54 +0000

I love dogs, but I had no idea the extent to which they could be trained to help humans. I read a story about a Marine who spent three tours in Iraq, and is struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). He now has a service dog, specially trained to help veterans with PTSD. Some of the ways in which the dog is able to help are incredible.

The story also made me realize how ignorant I was about some of the effects PTSD can have and the daily pain it causes, and makes me even more grateful for the sacrifices our soldiers have made.

a couple great ideas

bcp — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 20:42:48 +0000

We slacked this year and did not send out Christmas cards. I’m sure you’ve anxiously been waiting by the mailbox for yours to arrive. Feeling guilty, I instead offer you a couple great ideas that have recently come my way.

First, we received a postcard for a service called DoodyCalls. If they had a service plan that also included daily diaper changes (for the kids, not the pets), we’d have a deal.

Second, for Christmas we received a bottle of Kraft Macaroni and Cheese Topping, perfect for sprinkling on noodles, popcorn, whatever. It comes in what looks like a small Parmesan Cheese container. Brilliant and tasty.

I trust this has been more beneficial than a Christmas picture would have ever been. Happy new year!

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service dogs helping veterans

a couple great ideas