Walking with Memphis

Life with a Service Dog & Veteran

When You Think You Know…

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I thought I knew about service dogs and the organization in our area that assists veterans who are suffering from those invisible wounds of war, PTSD, TBI, moral injury, and even the visible wounds of war. I supported This Able Veteran before I met Sam. I went to a service dog and veteran pairing at Cannon Park because I lived in Carterville and … [Read more...]

The Real Deal

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Lately, I have read a lot of articles and news items about service animals. Lately, I have held my tongue when reading these. I've shared a few, saved a few, and just had to totally shake my head and move on from a few things in the media regarding what constitutes a real service animal, you know, like a real service dog. One way to get me … [Read more...]

Hang Tough, Mama

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Today begins another week filled with all the activities. Aside from the "normal" work and school routine, we've got some softball, we've got some late dinners that will take place, and then there is homework, grading, last minute semester plans. Not to mention chores, cleaning, cooking, planning some fun activities for the weekend... In the … [Read more...]