Wife leaving to get guide dog

[catwoman]

I'll read all of this to Cindy when she calls later tonight...she'll love it. A reporter!...her eyewitness would be her dog huh? Cindy's brother, who is blind also, has been skiing...but, I don't remember hearing about his dog skiing. That is awesome.

Yes, I think a lot of people are taken aback when they hear about a blind reporter or writer. BC (Before computers), it would have been difficult, if not impossible, to be a writer, even with Braille typewriters. Hi-tech devices make it much easier. I'm sure your wife has some of these.

 

[Wise]

Yes, I think a lot of people are taken aback when they hear about a blind reporter or writer. BC (Before computers), it would have been difficult, if not impossible, to be a writer, even with Braille typewriters. Hi-tech devices make it much easier. I'm sure your wife has some of these.

Marsha,

Welllll.....She's got it on her computer at work, but they've been to sorry to train her...no one has taken the ball and run with it so to speak...it has been months that the computer has just sat there unused with the adaptive software installed. So, she is aware of it, but even so the lady you work with sounds like she must be quiet a person. They are brave souls who will ski without sight, even if they do have a sighted furry friend.

Wise

 

[Wise]

... Can't wait to "see" Perry!

Maybe this Thursday or Friday. All of the students are being photographed with their dogs. They were told that someone from admissions may be able to help them scan the photos...so, I hope they'll email it me and I can post it (I posting it being the biggy). I'll let you know

Wise

 

[Wise]

Well, now I know that it will be a while before I can post pictures of Perry. Cindy was told they would receive their pictures the last week of school. So, even if she leaves early (fingers crossed), it looks like it'll be the week after next before the school has the pictures. So, I'll post them when we can get them.

BTW, she is having a ball at school...she loves being away from work, any work for that matter, and she's having fun to boot. She is quite smitten with Perry. Their training is going well. The trainers are helping her and Perry work out their kinks. He responds well to correction and, from what she says, catches on pretty guick to what they want him to do. He has tended to anticipate what she's going to do...which can be a problem in that just because they've always turned left at a certain intersection doesn't mean that's what she wants him to do the next time. He has resisted slightly some of her commands because he already knows what to do, he thinks. Anyway, thanks for listening...

Wise

 

[bvdr]

I'm glad to hear Cindy and Perry are getting along so well. My sister used to volunteer with Paws for a cause and would get so attached that it would sometimes be hard to let the dogs leave. Every animal has its own personality and it seems like Cindy has one that fits with hers. Keep us updated!

 

[Wise]

I'm glad to hear Cindy and Perry are getting along so well. My sister used to volunteer with Paws for a cause and would get so attached that it would sometimes be hard to let the dogs leave. Every animal has its own personality and it seems like Cindy has one that fits with hers. Keep us updated!

We've seen some of the Paws for a Cause (Paws something) dogs and their raisers at church. One lady was getting ready to turn her dog over to be trained as a service animal; we could tell it was hard for her. That's why I couldn't do that. I greatly admire those who can.

 

[Karlynn]

Wise, I would think that Perry would be able to learn how to respond to Cindy's commands by observing you.

It's so nice to hear things are going so well. We look forward to the pictures.

 

[Wise]

Wise, I would think that Perry would be able to learn how to respond to Cindy's commands by observing you.

Well, now that is an interesting idea, but then I have been the guide dog for quite a while now.

Also, Cindy just told me she expects they'll stay the whole three weeks. Bad for me, but it may be the best thing for them. We'll see.

 

[hensylee]

but you won't be lonely long. What a Christmas present that's headed home for you. And for us - we take great joy in the happiness of our friends here. We are all waiting with bated breath, too.

 

[Wise]

but you won't be lonely long. What a Christmas present that's headed home for you. And for us - we take great joy in the happiness of our friends here. We are all waiting with bated breath, too.

Thank you so much Ann. I think I want to adopt you as my second mother.

Wise

 

[hensylee]

that would be just fine, Son........ I'm honored.

 

[Granbonny]

Hi Wise

Hi Wise

First time I have had a chance to wish Cindy and Perry the best of luck.. Having only one Grandchild for 12 years and now 3.. Had both Grandsons this weekend..One age 13 and one age 4.. A teenager and a Young one.. ..Drew just turned age 4..Very small for his age..and Kameron was so great..watching him, carrying him, ect...They adore one another....but, still wore Granbonny out. .........P.S. if you want Ann (Hensylee) for a Mother..you have to take me, too. After all, we share the same Avatar.Bonnie

 

[Wise]

First time I have had a chance to wish Cindy and Perry the best of luck.. Having only one Grandchild for 12 years and now 3.. Had both Grandsons this weekend..One age 13 and one age 4.. A teenager and a Young one.. ..Drew just turned age 4..Very small for his age..and Kameron was so great..watching him, carrying him, ect...They adore one another....but, still wore Granbonny out. .........P.S. if you want Ann (Hensylee) for a Mother..you have to take me, too. After all, we share the same Avatar.Bonnie

Your little ones are beautiful...sounds like you've got some good grandkids there.

Two vr mothers!! How blessed can a guy get?!

 

[hensylee]

we have been joined at the hip for years now.

 

[epstns]

Wise,
I'll happily wait to see the pictures -- it sounds like it is for all the right reasons. Is there any chance that Cindy can get a picture that includes Perry's trainer? It would be interesting to see if Perry is one of the fellows we saw working with their trainers while we were in San Rafael.

In any case, you must feel like a new dad, waiting for mom and the baby to come home from a long delivery.

Just miles of smiles out here!

 

[Wise]

Wise,
I'll happily wait to see the pictures -- it sounds like it is for all the right reasons. Is there any chance that Cindy can get a picture that includes Perry's trainer? It would be interesting to see if Perry is one of the fellows we saw working with their trainers while we were in San Rafael.

In any case, you must feel like a new dad, waiting for mom and the baby to come home from a long delivery.

Just miles of smiles out here!

Yes, Steve, I do feel like an expectant dad. I will ask about a picture of the trainer. As far as Perry goes, what I know is that he's a deep gold color with a bit of red; my has been told by several people that he could be a poster dog for Golden Retrievers. He sounds like a beautiful representative of his breed.

 

[Wise]

Picture at last

Picture at last

Here's a picture of my wife's class. Of course, Perry is obvious since he's the only Golden. The lady on the right side of the photo is Cindy's trainer. The lady next to her is one of favorite new friends; she's from Boston. The next lady with the light colored shirt is Lori, her roommate; she's from Nevada. I'm supposed to get a picture just of Cindy & Perry, but I got two of this one...so, when I get the other one I'll post it too.

Wise

 

[Mary]

Wonderfull Christmas present for Cindy and you; Perry is a beautiful lab.

 

[Wise]

Wonderfull Christmas present for Cindy and you; Perry is a beautiful lab.

Mary, thanks! Perry is the golden retriever (Cindy is in red). Goldens aren't Labs are they? Not an expert here. Hope you're dug out of the snow!

Wise

 

[Karlynn]

What a handsome young lad he is!! I love the way all the dogs are looking intently at the camera. The black one looks just like my Buckley-boy! I wish Cindy a long, happy relationship with her new boy.