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Refracted
Some days, Everything is rainbows… But only after rain. Memo to Self, Sparkle.
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Tagged art, brush painting, daily practice, dog training, eco-chaplaincy, eco-ministry, eco-mysticism, eco-spirituality, healing, hope, ink brush meditation, interspecies spirituality, joy, Liz Teal, love, nature, pet therapy, poetry, rain, rainbows, spiritual direction, spirituality, sumi-e, terrier mix, water color
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Oxytocin
As the tears flowed The little dog jumped into Her lap. Salted orbs splashed onto white fur as Arms scooped the pup up, And She settled into the arms like a baby, Releasing chemicals into both of their brains, And … Continue reading
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Tagged animal assisted chaplaincy, animal assisted interventions, animal assisted therapy, bereavement, blessings, eco-mysticism, Elizabeth Teal., grief, ink brush painting, little white dog, Liz Teal, oxytocin, pet therapy, poetry, spirituality, sumi-e, terrier mix
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Giggles
She sat wordlessly in her chair. Barely noticing that we were there. Then, She reached out with a single manicured nail, Pink paint peeling, And tentatively touched the poodle’s head. . There was a long pause, and then the air … Continue reading
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Tagged animal assisted chaplaincy, Elizabeth Teal., giggles, hope, joy, laughter, Liz Teal, love, pet therapy, poem, poetry, spirituality, standard poodle, sumi-e, visiting dog
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Lap nap
The tiniest dog curled up in Her lap. and Peace filled the room.
Prom
The poodle went to prom tonight, And magical it was. . Never forget the importance of feeling special. At this prom, Everyone was a king or queen… And everyone was truly special… . So when someone says special education… Please … Continue reading
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Tagged art, differing abilities, ink brush painting, love, nature, Night to Shine, pet therapy, poem, poetry, prom, psalm 147, special education, spirituality, standard poodle, sumi-e, Tim Tebow, visiting pet
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Laurels
There is no amount of thank Yous, No amount of laurels that might be rested on, That can ever touch the gratitude Of being truly loved, without words. And to share that Love, Is nothing but Grace. I am so … Continue reading
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Tagged AKC titles, animal assisted therapy, art, awards, Elizabeth Teal., faith, gratitude, hope, ink brush painting, Liz Teal, love, pet assisted therapy, pet therapy, poetry, spirituality, sumi-e, therapy dog, Tomi the poodle
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Pet therapy
pet therapy is All about the Clients, At least it is supposed to be, It is All to often about the Ego of the handler, But it also needs to be about the the joy of the dog. And today … Continue reading
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Tagged AAA, AAI, animal assisted chaplaincy, animal assisted interventions, art, blessings, dog, faith, joy, love, meditation, nature, pet therapy, poetry, READ programs, spirituality, standard poodle, sumi-e
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Play!
She has not stopped playing since coming through the door, A bright and busy reminder, We all should beg for more!
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Tagged art, Elizabeth Teal., foster dog, Liz Teal, love, maltese mix, nature, pet therapy, play, play therapy, poetry, spirituality, sumi-e
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empty/full
She sat alone in the empty room, her suitcase full. . all perspective lost … was she moving in or leaving? … Would she like to pet a dog? Yes! Finally, she thought, a question i can answer.
Posted in Animal assisted therapy, animal facilitated chaplaincy, God's dog, The Now
Tagged AAA, AAC, AAI, aat, alzheimers, animal assisted therapies, animal assisted therapy, dementia, dogs, illustration, ink drawing, long term care, nursing home, observations, pet therapy, poem, poetry, truth
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Wired
Suddenly the corridor was filled with fox terriers! And I felt like Myna Loy….. Joyously dancing in the the mystery, Surrounded by love, In the hallway of an office building.
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Tagged animal assisted chaplaincy, art, brush painting, dogs, dogs in office, eco-chaplaincy, eco-ministry, eco-mysticism, eco-spirituality, gratitude, hope, ink brush painting, interspecies spirituality, interspirituality, love, meditation, Myrna Loy, nature, office building, pet therapy, poetry, rice paper, spirituality, sumi-e, wire fox terrier
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