My Friends,
At this holiday season I find I have much to be thankful for. Always first and foremost I am grateful for my wonderful family. In addition I am grateful to all of the wonderful people who have trusted me to provide their dental care. As I mentioned on my web site our computer showed me that 72% of our patients have been with me over 20 years. I am very proud of that. If any of those people happen to read this I want to send you a heartfelt thank you. All sizes, all shapes, many nationalities and all ages, you are the best and I appreciate each and every one of you.
But as so often happens in life the sweet is often tempered with the bitter. I lost a good friend very recently. Imagine for a moment a guy that is always happy to see you and always greets you with a hug. He was always forgiving and understanding of you in the good times and bad. He asked little and gave much.
I am speaking of my good friend Charlie, my Pomeranian. He leaves behind his brother Joey, my Corgi, and his loving family. Charley disappeared one day last week. He likely became dinner for a coyote. We all miss him terribly but especially Joey. Possibly Joey picked up on our sadness and he has become extra loving. His 6th sense has always amazed me.
There is a bright light at the end of this tunnel. If you have read my web site you know that I am involved in animal rescue. This weekend you can find me at the animal shelters. I have seen so many wonderful dogs turned into the shelters because the family is out of work and out of money and can not afford to feed a dog. I am sure I will find a new loving friend to join our family. Going to a shelter is hard. I can see much sadness in their eyes and I want to take them all home. Unfortunately I can only take home one. If anyone would like a companion for a trip to the shelter I am ready to go with you.
My message to all my friends is this: Think of adopting a shelter animal. You will make two hearts fill with joy.
Warmest regards, AM
* “The Soul would have No Rainbows if the eyes had No Tears” ( Native American Proverb)
