I put on a brave face so much. I do things even though it hurts. Often the people closest to me don’t even know that it hurts, or how much. I have some sort of physical pain almost every day, from the sudden move, change of climate, and probably just because I’m getting older. I deal…
On July 9, 2015, I said goodbye to my beloved former service dog, the unique and wonderful Arthur, better known as Artie. He was 14 years old and had lost the ability to walk, couldn’t go to the bathroom properly, and despite medication, he was in pain. It was still a very difficult choice to…
Aria, Arthur, Elphaba, Charlie, and special guest Cora the Chihuahua react (or in some cases, don’t react) to a macarena flamingo and singing zombies.
Aria plays with her Airedale friend Dietrich at the #spreckels organ while Carol Williams plays a fittingly upbeat tune.
This soulful rendition of the traditional Celtic love song “Black is the Color” will touch your heart! TamraHayden performs Black is the Color (of My True Love’s Hair) during The Jesse Terry and Friends Concert at The Winery at St. George in Mohegan Lake NY, July 30th, 2014 Broadway performer and singer-songwriter tamra…
The Spreckels Organ is one of San Diego’s great treasures. I’m proud to live in a city that values its history, and has not only preserved such a beautiful instrument for 100 years, but holds weekly concerts, summer festivals, and special events to ensure that it is enjoyed by all who want to listen. Although…
This is only the second video I’ve ever edited, so bear with me. Hope you enjoy Aria at work and at play in her Youtube debut!
I am fortunate to have a devoted friend to share in the next phase of my life. She is gentle, loving, and loyal. She offers warmth and kindness to everyone she meets. She is my beautiful service dog, Aria. Aria is a golden retriever and 1/8 standard poodle. She was born on July…
I had an interview yesterday that sums up everything that’s wrong with the home health care education and training system. My last post discussed the qualities that make a good assistant/caregiver. This is the flip side – what makes a BAD assistant who thinks s/he is good. It’s an open letter to my interviewee and…
Due to the severity of my disability, I need assistance doing many tasks that most people take for granted, such as getting dressed and using the bathroom. At home, I have assistants who help me for several hours each day. They take care of me, my home, and my animals. I’ve been hiring my own…
