Old Writings

 These are old writings from the point of view of Story, one of my service dogs.  The bond between a service dog and its handler is something I cant explain.  Maybe this will shed some light on it.


Dear Momma Sarah,

I have missed you sooooooo much. But Sean is taking me everywhere! I have had so much fun. When we left home, I was said, but I like riding in the truck so I decided to lay down. It was a little bit of a while before we got to my new home. Sean let me out of the truck and Jayne's man friend was there to say hi. I wasn't too sure about him at first but Sean seemed to think he was ok so I said hi. Then he took me to his back yard. I thought my eyes were fooling me. I couldn't believe how big it was. They have a special spot with rocks that are nice and round to pee and poop on. Its nice because then I can run everywhere else without having to dodge piles.

Next he took me inside. I could smell other dogs but I couldnt see them. I heard them too, but they weren't any where near me that I could tell. I found out later where they were. Jayne had them in a room. Sean sat in a big chair and asked me to lay down by his feet. I did and then Jayne brought each of the dogs out to meet me. Momma, did you know that Gail Force is here? Dont worry, she would make you proud. So I met all the dogs then got to explore a little bit. I was just being me, but Sean kept telling me how good I am. Its like he hasnt met me before.

Then we went to tim hortons. I could have bitten Sean. There were sooooo many good sniffs and tastey smells there. That meany didnt let me sniff around, and didnt get me anything to eat. Oh well. He was there to meet some friends so we hung out for a while. Dont tell him, but when he was feeling ok I might have snuck a quick nap in there. Everyone there was telling Sean how pretty I am and that I'm big. Sean must have some really observant friends.  It was fun though. I can finally go everywhere like Mali can. We went home after that and Sean built my crate so I would have my very own bed room. He said when he could trust the other dogs not to bug me, he will take the door out so I can go in and out as I please. For now I was just happy to have something from you.

I woke mr sleepy head up this morning. I tell ya, this guy needs me. I know he said that Shelby (thats what he calls gail) took care of him in public, but he needed someone to watch him at home too. Anyway, so he came outside with me this morning. We were out there nice and quiet having some one on one time, and all of a sudden Gail came running out. Then the rest of the pack. I guess Sean's wife and Jayne let the dogs out without looking to see if we were out there. I was a little concerned when Gail and the stupid german were playing, but I figured out they were just having fun.

Then we went to see a doctor for Sean, and a store for dog food. The people and dogs I met were so different. Sean kept telling me that I was making him proud. I guess he really has no clue who I am. Hey, if he's happy then thats all that counts.

We went home and I got to finally have some run around time with Gail. Man is she fast! And the yard is so big. I was awfully tired from trying to keep up with her. Damn youngins.

I then got to go to pet store for treats, a pet supply store, a tractor store, and a store where they sell stuff for horses. I didnt even know of these places existed. And Sean has put a bunch of stuff in a big bag and told me we are going on a trip. I'm typing this while waiting for him to eat. OHHHH I almost forgot. Momma they have this meatloaf stuff for us dogs that is to die for! It is so good!!!!! Anyway. I love you and miss you, but wanted to tell you that I am having so much fun! Sean is always giving me hugs and scratches. It's like I've hit the lottery and have my own people servant to do my bidding. I cant wait to see you again, but thank you so much for letting me do this. I truly believe that God sent me to take good care of Sean. I guess he knew Sean couldnt do it himself.


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this guy is nuts!!!!! He was at a gas station trying to pick out a drink for him and he couldnt make up his mind. So he asks me. Obviously he couldnt possibly want me to pick for him so I stood there and made sure he was safe. He finally picks one and then ask what good I am if I cant make up his mind. REALLY???? So the next store I stopped at the drink cooler to pick one for him, and the whack job didnt even want one. Silly humans!

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Today was a lazy day. Sean spent the morning laying in bed, then he laid on one couch till dinner, then laid on another couch till bed time. It was nice. I laid right in front him on the couches and he spent all kinds of time petting me and scratching behind my ears. Let me just tell you, this guy has some magic fingers!!!! I really like going to all these new places, but it was nice to just relax.

Last night we went to a shopping mall. I was so proud of Sean for going to such a busy place. He showed me all kinds of new things. We saw stairs that move, invisible walls, and a thing called a food court. I had to try extra hard to behave with all the smells in there. When we were walking through, I could tell Sean was trying really hard to behave too. Some teen aged kid came walking towards us asking "can I pet him" with his hand out. I guess Sean scared the kid or something. He said quietly but definitely meaning business "No" and the kid went away faster than he was coming to us. But even though it was hard for him, he still was very patient with me and showed me the new things. We didn't go on the moving stairs because they aren't safe for me, and I wasn't about to let him go on alone. But we did go up the regular stairs. There was a narrow section of floor that was very high up. I kept trying to steer Sean to the middle. He caught on to what I was doing. Well, don't you know it, instead of listening he stopped and walked right to the edge. That's when he knelt down and tapped the invisible wall and told me it was ok. Once I knew that was there, I could stand next to it and see everything going on downstairs. It was neat. I still wasn't comfortable walking next to it, but to stand there and look was ok. I cant imagine where our travels will take us next, but I love learning new things and taking care of Sean.