A dog is a dog!
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Comment from Rachelle Allen
Not only are you NOT "too conservative" or "not with it," you are the ONLY one who understands that this is a care-of-OTHERS job assignment. It is not a SOCIAL situation; it is WORK. Rewarding work, of course, but a JOB. It is not "social hour" or "Look At Me" time, it is in place to HELP PEOPLE WHO NEED HELP!!
Everything today seems to need its foundation in being camera-ready at any possible second. (because, after all, if it's not posted on social media, it never happened!)
Your comment about "being a dog should be enough" reminded me of years ago when a student gave me a "genuine calf-hide" journal (needless to say, it was a LOOOOOONG time ago; such a product would be banned now)...but it had been dyed with a leopard print! I remember thinking, "Sheesh, even dead, you weren't enough as a cow. They made you into a leopard."
It's the same situation you have here: being a loyal, comforting, warm, wonderful DOG is ever-so-slightly insubstantial; they have to also wear a costume for added measure.
I'm with you, Wendy; your assessment is one hundred percent Spot on. (hahaha; see what I did there? Did you like that?...)
Are you going to speak up or just see where this all goes?
reply by the author on 05-Jun-2024
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Not only are you NOT "too conservative" or "not with it," you are the ONLY one who understands that this is a care-of-OTHERS job assignment. It is not a SOCIAL situation; it is WORK. Rewarding work, of course, but a JOB. It is not "social hour" or "Look At Me" time, it is in place to HELP PEOPLE WHO NEED HELP!!
Everything today seems to need its foundation in being camera-ready at any possible second. (because, after all, if it's not posted on social media, it never happened!)
Your comment about "being a dog should be enough" reminded me of years ago when a student gave me a "genuine calf-hide" journal (needless to say, it was a LOOOOOONG time ago; such a product would be banned now)...but it had been dyed with a leopard print! I remember thinking, "Sheesh, even dead, you weren't enough as a cow. They made you into a leopard."
It's the same situation you have here: being a loyal, comforting, warm, wonderful DOG is ever-so-slightly insubstantial; they have to also wear a costume for added measure.
I'm with you, Wendy; your assessment is one hundred percent Spot on. (hahaha; see what I did there? Did you like that?...)
Are you going to speak up or just see where this all goes?
Comment Written 05-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 05-Jun-2024
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Thank you for your affirmation. It?s good to know people feel the same way as I do. Often a visit concludes with a photo shoot if it is for a staff mental health day or similar. The group is heavily into promotion. Very camera happy. But we already have more requests for visits than we can do justice to. The question is how thin do we spread ourselves? Is it better to focus on a few areas and do them regularly? To me the hospitals are a priority, and the chemo patients. I rarely take photos, but I will sometimes take one on the patient?s phone if they want to show their family. I will just continue as I am, doing the work as I think best. If anyone else asks I will say the same thing. He doesn?t like dressing up. I like him to look like a dog. I respect his doggie-ness. And he is a "he". Thanks so much for your support, and a great review. And also for that beautiful sixth star.
Wendy
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You're so smart and common sensical, Wendy. I admire you very much. xoxo
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Always my pleasure, Sweet Wendy. xoxo
Comment from Pam Lonsdale
You hit the nail on the head with this comment: "I do not believe our purpose is to show off our dogs." Should you use "they" as his pronoun? OMG! Why are we making things so hard? He's a dog - he's a male dog - get over it.
I understand how it feels when you're "different", but our age, I think it is easier to ignore that and do what we will.
If your supervisor is happy, and Sunny is doing good things, then you're good.
Thanks for sharing this well-written piece. I believe some of the people you describe are only trying to draw attention to themselves through their dogs, and the way they themselves dress.
Stay strong!
xo
Pam
reply by the author on 05-Jun-2024
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You hit the nail on the head with this comment: "I do not believe our purpose is to show off our dogs." Should you use "they" as his pronoun? OMG! Why are we making things so hard? He's a dog - he's a male dog - get over it.
I understand how it feels when you're "different", but our age, I think it is easier to ignore that and do what we will.
If your supervisor is happy, and Sunny is doing good things, then you're good.
Thanks for sharing this well-written piece. I believe some of the people you describe are only trying to draw attention to themselves through their dogs, and the way they themselves dress.
Stay strong!
xo
Pam
Comment Written 05-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 05-Jun-2024
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Thanks so much Pam. You have affirmed what I think and feel about these things and I will continue as I am. I won?t be changing just to "fit in", and nor will Sunny. He?s doing a good job just being himself. I appreciate your support and your thoughtful review. Many thanks too for the sixth star.
Wendy
Comment from Wayne Fowler
To answer your question directly - No, and a sixth star to prove I mean it.
Your piece is well-written and well-supported. Good work.
I don't believe that the programs should be focused in the dogs, or are in any way 'beauty' pageants. You are right.
reply by the author on 05-Jun-2024
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To answer your question directly - No, and a sixth star to prove I mean it.
Your piece is well-written and well-supported. Good work.
I don't believe that the programs should be focused in the dogs, or are in any way 'beauty' pageants. You are right.
Comment Written 05-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 05-Jun-2024
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Thank you for affirming my stance, which I believe is the right thing to do. I?m not prepared to compromise just to fit in, nor to dress up Sunny when I know he doesn?t like it. Thank you so much for reviewing and especially for the sixth star. Very much appreciated.
Wendy
Comment from Tom Horonzy
In today's world being ordinary is extraordinary, and being true to one's IDENTITY seems to be a challenge. Another thing with those dressing their canines to be something other than they are might be more for the dressees than the dressed pooches.
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reply by the author on 05-Jun-2024
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In today's world being ordinary is extraordinary, and being true to one's IDENTITY seems to be a challenge. Another thing with those dressing their canines to be something other than they are might be more for the dressees than the dressed pooches.
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Comment Written 05-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 05-Jun-2024
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I think you are exactly right. I am not planning to change myself or him simply to fit in. In my heart I know that we are right to be different and just be ourselves. Thanks so much for reviewing.
Wendy