Thursday, November 20, 2008

Christmas Has Gone to the Dogs


Believe or not, I received fan-email from a dog named Yuri. First I'll give you some historic background

I donated a table top Christmas tree to the Granger Homestead in Canandaigua, NY. The tree is decorated with dog bisquits and various colored ribbon and yarn. It is one of many trees, wreaths, and mantle displays donated for their silent auction, with the proceeds from the auction used to support the Homestead, a beautiful 1816 Federal-style house and historic landmark.

Enter Yuri. He's a guide dog in training. Trainer and handler, Bonnie Kelly, gives her time and talent so others can "see" through the use of these wonderful dogs. Yuri and Bonnie were visitors to the Granger Homestead, enjoying the lovely holiday decorations, and picked up one of my business cards.

Above is a picture Bonnie sent me of Yuri. Below is the actual fan-email I received yesterday. I was touched on many levels. Yuri made my day.

"My Guide Dog in training seems to feel your tree was better than the Guiding Eyes for the Blind tree. Just thought you would like to see one of your fans."
-Bonnie Kelly, trainer

I'll have to make a dog bisquit tree especially for Yuri.

2 comments:

Me-Me King said...

Awwwwwwww, what a nice post. It's a good thing to remember the animals during the holidays.

Pam Beers. said...

Thanks for taking the time to stop by. It was fun putting this tree together. The dog sure likes it...and that's what it's all about.