Hi! It’s Aslan here. Mom said she thought I should get the opportunity to speak for myself because even though we cannot talk, humans who understand us can tell by our demeanor that if we could talk, we would have a lot to say. I have overheard the family comparing me to this Snickers catContinue reading “Aslan Speaks For Himself”
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Thoughts on Pet Parenting Part 1: Preparing for the Baby (Kitten)
Eleven years ago as I eagerly anticipated being a guide dog handler, it occurred to me that anticipating this dog felt a lot like what I imagine expecting mothers experience as they anticipate their baby. In the same way that the mom-to-be visits baby supply stores to select the crib, stroller, diapers, clothing and bottles,Continue reading “Thoughts on Pet Parenting Part 1: Preparing for the Baby (Kitten)”
The Tenth Good Thing About Snickers
Well readers, yesterday was a sad day as our beloved kitty Snickers passed away. I knew this sad day would come eventually. I just didn’t expect it to come so soon. As I mentioned in this post, the vet told us in March that her kidneys were failing, and a special diet would help temporarily,Continue reading “The Tenth Good Thing About Snickers”
Senior Citizens of the Pet Variety
In the five-year hiatus I took from blogging, I have had so many spiritual, political and career insights that I was itching to write about, and there is still more I would like to write about. But I want to take a break from these posts to reflect on Gilbert who is still my guideContinue reading “Senior Citizens of the Pet Variety”
An Address from the Queen
Hello readers. This is Snickers, the adorable feisty cat that Allison hardly ever mentions in this journal. I know this is probably because a large segment of you humans think dogs lead more interesting lives than cats, so she wants to cater to the largest audience possible. But since she and Gilbert have had moreContinue reading “An Address from the Queen”
Gilbert and Me 