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Elizabeth Grey's avatar

OMG!!!

The anxiety I went through when Dasher was lost. No, no, no, I kept thinking.

It really made me laugh aloud when he came back smiling. Arnold once had a romp—IN VERY BUSY STATEN ISLAND—and was rescued by our housekeeper. When I came home he looked positively pleased with himself.

I identified so much with how you are feeling. Great essay.

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Karen Richards's avatar

Thank you!

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Stacy Wentworth, M.D.'s avatar

Beautiful, Karen.

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Karen Richards's avatar

Thank you

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Marti Bowen's avatar

Whew! I’m so glad this had a happy ending - I too fell for Dasher at our introduction. And I began to blink away tears thinking of you and Joe holding hands during your sleepless night. Been there ourselves. Great essay on love and hopefulness. And I’m happy you’re feeling better. I’ve been reading your chapters and getting to know you through your most challenging times. I love your thoughts and honest reflections. So glad I have this opportunity and that you introduced me to Substack!

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Karen Richards's avatar

Thank you Marti. Aren’t we all in the midst of challenging times right now?

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Hobby's avatar

I am so happy to hear this story again and how it connects to yours. River had a seizure yesterday and we just got home from the vet. It is worth the money to hear that he is healthy, for now.

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John Richards's avatar

I was so worried when reading and so grateful to read about the Hollywood reunions. I can see you guys rolling around and his excitement. Dasher is a great one and the relationship you guys have is special. What a blessing. Welcome home Dasher!

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