An anniversary

A year ago today, I waited in the rain and hail at Guide Dogs for the Blind waiting for my Female A puppy from Bruna/Bingham. It seemed like we waited for hours while waiting for the puppy that turned out to be Ardella. I feel a little wistful and sad about today. Last year was a magical year in many ways and I'm so glad we still have Ardella, but also sad that she didn't get to go into training. Even though it will never be like the first time, I so want to repeat the remarkable experience of raising a guide dog puppy!

Ardella then: