Week 7 Blog: An Inspiring Photograph

 Blog Topics for Week 7. Write on a topic and include images that inspire you. You may choose your own topic or use one of the prompts below.

    • Take a picture of something you find inspiring. Write a few words about it.
I had to take a picture of a photograph that represented today. I work at a company called Freedom Service Dogs, and our graduation for our dogs that were placed with clients was held earlier this afternoon in an auditorium. I found this inspiring because of the stories that our clients shared and how having a service dog helped improve their lives tremendously. 

    • Being mindful of what we are grateful for can help us be more attuned to what's happening in and around lives. Capture something for which are you are grateful through a photograph, sketch, or writing.
Below is a photo of a Poodle named Oakley. He was a wonderful dog (one of many) that I helped care for and worked with half of this year. He was recently placed in Florida with a woman who has Autism. He helps her feel comfortable in interactive situations, creates space around her in crowds, provides deep pressure, and interrupts stress behaviors. I am grateful for the power of animals and to work for an organization that matches services dogs with people who have various needs, whether it be physical or mental.This one is deeply personal to me, as I get to work with these amazing dogs every week and see the ones who make an impact by going on to succeed.



Comments

  1. nicole samanoDecember 16, 2022 at 8:27 PM

    Oakley is such a beautiful dog! your job is really amazing because not only do you get to help another human being but you also get to give animals a chance to show how intelligent they can be.

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  2. Ella WonderDecember 16, 2022 at 9:59 PM

    This is so wholesome and beautiful! Thank you for sharing!

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