Hope Harbor

I must confess that sometimes it is difficult for me to trust while struggling with difficult or challenging circumstances. As I was preparing for our debut to teach children about the value of service dogs, things did not go as smoothly as I had hoped. As a matter of fact, I encountered huge problems with technology. My computer went absolutely haywire. Much to my dismay, it seemed I would not even be able to play the splendid video a friend produced for me showing Tanner working and playing. I was very distressed because I really wanted the children to see  my special service dog in action. I spent lots of hours attempting to fix the mysterious malfunctions. Sad to say, I also wasted much emotional energy on anxiety and negative thinking. In the midst of all the trouble however I sent many pleas for help heavenward (as well as a few requests for support from a couple of mere mortals with more expertise than I) and I am happy to report that the technical glitches were resolved. Tan

An opportunity has arisen for Tanner and me to speak to children in public school classes about the benefits of service dogs to enhance the lives of individuals with disabilities. (For those of you who may not know, Tanner is the handsome canine in the blog photo.) As I am planning the presentation, I expect I will probably talk about Tanner’s training, show some photos and perhaps a video of him doing his “work”, and of course discuss appropriate etiquette for interacting with service dogs and their partners. (I must confess that “Do Not Pet” rule is a tough one for me and my very sociable canine companion). I want to be well prepared with useful information presented in a manner that will engage the audience and be memorable. In addition to providing accurate information, I want to convey how valuable service dogs are to the humans with whom they are matched. It is my desire that Tanner and I will be good ambassadors for Dogs for Disabilities. http://www.dogsfordisabilities.com/