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Brandy & Me

My first Great Dane puppy.

23 total reviews

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pome lover

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Katharine Folkes

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Rank: 127

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Rank: 48

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Rank: 120

Exceptional

This work has reached the exceptional level

Your first paragraph hooked me from the start, it was so wonderfully written. truly! In truth, I was furious with your husband, but enough of that.
Your descriptions of Brandy's habits as a puppy were funny, which added a light note to counter the sadness.
This is a marvelous story providing a lesson for us all. You did a terrific job.
Katharine - pome lover

Comment Written 19-Feb-2017

reply by the author on 29-May-2017

Thank you very much for the kind comments and thoughts.

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Loren (7)

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Exceptional

Okay, you brought tears to this guy's eyes. We share a deep love for animals made obvious by this emotional, but teaching story. It is truly remarkable how easily animals adjust to adversity. Indeed a lesson for us all. Thank you for sharing and congratulations on a well-deserved win! Loren

Comment Written 17-Feb-2017

reply by the author on 29-May-2017

Thank you very much for the kind comments and thoughts.

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Mary Wakeford

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Thirteen years is a wonderful life for a large breed dog. You did a great thing, and Brandy had a wonderful, fulfilling life. This was a touching story that resonated with me on many levels. I love the way you connected her optimism and attitude with trying times in your own life as an example to carry on...

"This is the one!" I told the breeder. He smiled and then [wrote "SOLD"] on her numbered anklet [before leaving] the room so the two of us could begin bonding.

Comment Written 16-Feb-2017

reply by the author on 29-May-2017

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hummingbirdhill

Exceptional

Congratulations on your first prize win for the Share Your Story Contest. This is a touching story of a wonderful partnership between humans and animals. It is very inspiring. Thee unique circumstances of Brandy's tragic loss of both eyes, and her adjusting to a sightless life so well, is such a great triumph. The story flows well and is very straightforward. It is a well deserved win. Sincerely, Hummingbird Hill

Comment Written 14-Feb-2017

reply by the author on 29-May-2017

Thank you very much for the kind comments and thoughts.

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prettybluebirds

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Exceptional

Exceptional. What a beautiful love story. Most people would have put the dog down when they found her to be blind. I once kept a cat that had an incurable affliction that made her wobble when she walked. They said she should be put down too, but I cared for her for five years and received a ton of love from her before she passed away. Great story.

Comment Written 13-Feb-2017

reply by the author on 29-May-2017

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zanya

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Excellent

I feel like I know this delightful dog 'Brandy' - he springs to life on the page -the joy he engendered while coping with his canine difficulties -he made his mark while on the planet -dogs are simply awesome - we have two delightful Cavaliers

Comment Written 12-Feb-2017

reply by the author on 29-May-2017

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F. Wehr3

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Beautiful story. I enjoyed your mix of humor and heartbreak throughout the story. It's a difficult thing to do right. How did I miss this before? Congrats on your win! Well deserved!

Take care,
Russell

Comment Written 12-Feb-2017

reply by the author on 29-May-2017

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fimarie78

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Excellent

A very well deserved win x thank you for sharing your journey with Brandy. She sounds like a very special friend. Your writing was engaging and emotive as always.

Comment Written 12-Feb-2017

reply by the author on 29-May-2017

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Jannypan (Jan)

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Congratulations on your win. But you already won when you selected Brandy to join your home. The love you both had for each other was apparent. I really enjoyed your story. I wasn't prepared for the eye problem & was really worried about Brandy & you. I am thrilled you did the 'right' thing. Did the other dogs help her adjust?

Thanks for sharing a wonderful story. It is amazing what animals can, & do teach us. I love dogs. Jan

Comment Written 12-Feb-2017

reply by the author on 29-May-2017

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