It would be an extreme understatement to say that undergoing a major lifestyle change can be stressful. I could tell at times that Cherelle too was feeling some stress as our daily routine and rituals fell by the wayside. However she has worked the sounds for me like a trooper. Unlike me she is far better at savoring a moment, letting go of the stresses. She reminded me of this important lesson as we took a break and walked down our lane. She made a little side trip off the road to nibble on the tops of the rye grass in our neighbor's field. Literally savoring the moment as she chewed the grain and then bounced through the tall grass. (We do have permission to romp on the property.) And how can I not relax and smile when she rolls over and invites me to rub her underside at the end of a long day.
Today the tall grass is mowed, ready to be baled and our home is empty ready for the new family to move in. A few select special items along with the "essentials" are tucked into the 35 foot vehicle we now call our home. Cherelle and I have said our "goodbyes, stay in touch" to friends and acquaintances. I've reassured family members that they will get frequent updates and scheduled visits. Within a couple of days my husband will ease our rig off our property and the three of us will trundle down the lane for the last time. Although our home is on wheels and our city of residence will be continually changing, Cherelle and I will still be a "Hearing Dog Team", taking the usual challenges in stride and encountering new ones to learn from and hopefully overcome.
Let the "Travels with Hearing Dog" begin.
Warm wishes, Karen
With tail wags from Cherelle (aka "Cher")
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