Shortly after we dipped our toe in the water on this whole Therapy Dog thing, an email came out asking teams to volunteer at Lord's Legacy Life, an organization based in Nicholasville, Ky. that provides services to developmentally disabled adults. I called the contact number and set up an appointment for them to look Ivan over and they, of course, loved him.
We go about twice a month. This is Ivan's show, I am just the chauffeur. I lead him in and hold his leash while he works the room from one end to the other handing out kisses and tail wags and adoring glances. Everyone needs some unconditional love in their lives and van is there to provide it.
Sometimes the group wants to tell him about their weekend exploits. Some share life's little victories like swimming trophies or learner's permits. Ivan is thrilled to hear all these stories and to shake hands with anyone who wants to.
Sometimes the group wants to hear about Ivan's exploits. They like that he gets into trouble sometimes and that he is always trying to learn new things. We have all agreed that it will never be too late to teach all of us new tricks.
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