tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post3681240131605225835..comments2023-05-10T10:36:38.392-04:00Comments on The Adventures of Tom & Atticus: Following WillUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger24125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-51950788820380650532014-09-01T23:54:28.355-04:002014-09-01T23:54:28.355-04:00I just finished reading Following Atticus and coud...I just finished reading Following Atticus and coudnt wait to get to your blog. Well, was I surprised that Will was in our life. I had to search to read about he came to live with you . I have to start reading your blog , back and forth. Thank you for bringing joy in my life. We no longer have our 14 year old Golden Retriever but someday I hope to adopt a senior .<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-22578822546542932082012-05-28T18:36:25.337-04:002012-05-28T18:36:25.337-04:00Well, I'm crying, I've to say that Will ha...Well, I'm crying, I've to say that Will has the best family ever. I think you really understand him and you take care of him even if it's difficult ... Thank you ! <br />*faith in humanity restored*<br /><br />Sorry for my bad english :/Hip-Hophttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06362456299448822124noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-43947554898493491152012-05-24T07:19:38.190-04:002012-05-24T07:19:38.190-04:00You noted that it is never too late to love or be ...You noted that it is never too late to love or be loved. I have had my second Final Refuge Foster from Old Dog Haven in Washington for about three weeks. He also has visual and hip issues, but he has grown stronger and blossomed personality wise just as Will has. People often remark what a wonderful thing it is that I am doing, but truly the gifts and lessons a newly loved senior dog brings to its new family far outpace anything one might expect. My last foster was supposed to live a few months, and I had him for almost a year. Every day is a gift! Thank you for sharing your experiences with Will!Zenrunnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16716710951112954440noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-48730069780620762742012-05-20T02:55:15.538-04:002012-05-20T02:55:15.538-04:00It so was not a mistake to get William. All dogs d...It so was not a mistake to get William. All dogs deserve a loving human, and your kindness to animals contines to brighten my heart. No matter what happens, I guarantee you that William doesn't think you made a mistake in adopting him. He is so happy to have your and Atticus's love and patience that he can't believe his good fortune. Keep the faith, Tom. Sending lots of love and healing your way. <br /><br />Stephanie G from Bainbridge IslandAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-83663172698874050892012-05-19T07:02:00.058-04:002012-05-19T07:02:00.058-04:00I had tears in my eyes as I read this. All those ...I had tears in my eyes as I read this. All those that find themselves in the place that William was should be so fortunate as to find someone like you (and Atticus) who will take them into their hearts and their homes. I wish you, William and Atti many more happy days together. I hope that William has that chance to sit on a mountain, no matter how small, and feel the sunshine and breeze and find what you two have over your years together.<br /><br />MarkMark Trumanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14668923500714114502noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-37583208357912926782012-05-18T20:23:19.320-04:002012-05-18T20:23:19.320-04:00Tom, You have some magic in your heart and soul. P...Tom, You have some magic in your heart and soul. Please don't ever lose it as so many benefit from it.<br />Mike Shafnacker Clinton, CTMikeShafhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16285463520510703501noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-49297472694873720462012-05-18T16:05:05.404-04:002012-05-18T16:05:05.404-04:00Tom, you are an inspiration beyond measure....
Da...Tom, you are an inspiration beyond measure....<br /><br />Dave Constance, Stafford, England.Dave Constancenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-71546523402875965652012-05-18T15:54:41.142-04:002012-05-18T15:54:41.142-04:00Will reminds me of the "diamond in the rough&...Will reminds me of the "diamond in the rough" as both of you are still discovering what doors Will will unlock and pass through. And so, onward with your journey.....you, Atticus & Will.Hazel & Trusty Canine Teddyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11125401865598865095noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-66084733167177940742012-05-18T15:36:09.558-04:002012-05-18T15:36:09.558-04:00Tom, thank you so much for your story of your firs...Tom, thank you so much for your story of your first weeks with Will. Will so much reminds us, in appearance, of our previous Schanuzer, BJ, in his grey-furred old age, that it brings tears to our eyes. BJ so appreciated simply being held, cuddled, petted and cared for in his last years, yet kept interested in his surroundings, seen through cataracts. He stayed with us for almost 17 years. It sounds like Will has the same determination. Thank you and Atticus for giving Will a loving home.Richard Jacobsnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-6821569590490054452012-05-18T14:00:16.450-04:002012-05-18T14:00:16.450-04:00As the "mom" of a 12 year old schnauzer,...As the "mom" of a 12 year old schnauzer, who's health is failing, some days greatly, some days hardly at all, I SO APPRECIATE your sharing your experience with rescuing William...my heart is drawn to adorable miniature schnauzers...and now, to "senior schnauzers" who are special needs. I am going to plan to adopt elderly miniature schnauzers when our time with Webster is through. Thank you for helping me to see that "It's never too late to become what you might've been."Paula Clarehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06572562635544226495noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-82064560363618456972012-05-18T13:18:25.446-04:002012-05-18T13:18:25.446-04:00Again, Tom, your words bring me tears of joy.Again, Tom, your words bring me tears of joy.AnnOhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12988140848533369740noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-8624416878329105972012-05-18T13:08:24.865-04:002012-05-18T13:08:24.865-04:00Great story, tom. Keep em coming about your new Wi...Great story, tom. Keep em coming about your new Will and Atti adventures!kathy heywoodnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-91646959136732670192012-05-18T13:06:49.599-04:002012-05-18T13:06:49.599-04:00Love is all you need ... love is all you need ...
...Love is all you need ... love is all you need ...<br />Totally teary, moved, inspired, touched by your words. <br />Will and Atticus are lucky doggies to have you in their life. And you too are a lucky man to have them to love. Thank you for what you do.claysthewayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12183375063039064244noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-83957475188701616402012-05-18T10:27:17.512-04:002012-05-18T10:27:17.512-04:00I sensed we did not have the details of Will's...I sensed we did not have the details of Will's first few days with you and I approached the following few posts with my eyes half closed; fearing that the anticipation of what could be would not mesh enough with what was..to begin a forever friendship. Although I understand the tears of others, I am simply too filled with smiles and peace feeling the honor and assimilation of Will into your family. Tom, Atti..I should have had more faith.Bev Anoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-15541803939449537272012-05-18T09:54:35.259-04:002012-05-18T09:54:35.259-04:00Absolutely fabulous!Absolutely fabulous!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-6179214610282453542012-05-18T09:04:01.191-04:002012-05-18T09:04:01.191-04:00Beautiful....touching....tears as I read your piec...Beautiful....touching....tears as I read your piece. You and Atticus were meant to have Will...to give him love and life in this final chapter of his journey. Thank you for being there for him....I was so looking forward to your next book....but now even more as you share Will with us....I couldn't have dreamed that your life could be richer or fuller...but I see that with Will....your cup is truly running over...Who knows what lies ahead?Penni Glenznoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-68617285918092725842012-05-18T08:58:55.903-04:002012-05-18T08:58:55.903-04:00Tears, yet again the tears, Tom! Your writing is ...Tears, yet again the tears, Tom! Your writing is powerful. The photos alone these last several days have revealed such defined and positive changes in Will's appearance; now to read the details of those changes is wonderful. He's been given new perspective and a new lease on life; and you and Atticus, in your gentle acceptance and caring, continue to enrich the lives of us all.Karen Snydernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-3234771234122989462012-05-18T08:58:01.462-04:002012-05-18T08:58:01.462-04:00Here I go again, sitting here with tears in my eye...Here I go again, sitting here with tears in my eyes, reading your wonderful column. You are an old soul Tom, and very good intuition. Both dogs have found love and so have you.colleennoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-63805443630866380712012-05-18T08:50:37.686-04:002012-05-18T08:50:37.686-04:00Tom,
I could hardly read the end of your post due ...Tom,<br />I could hardly read the end of your post due to the tears in my eyes, which are still there. Thank you for sharing your trials and tribulations. You and Atticus are such an inspiration to all of us. Your rewards will be plenty!Janinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15737312637273178365noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-79558031019511074182012-05-18T08:41:22.394-04:002012-05-18T08:41:22.394-04:00So hardly agree with the comments of Cheryl T.! A...So hardly agree with the comments of Cheryl T.! Also Tom, I love how you refer to Tennyson's Ulysses~~I find that those words refer to me some mornings; and it is the love of my "Furry Kids" that makes me want to venture & endeavor into another day!Silvianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-90465836591668236662012-05-18T08:36:28.570-04:002012-05-18T08:36:28.570-04:00Simply....exquisite :-)Simply....exquisite :-)Pam Hicksnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-30870191616843394112012-05-18T08:31:41.533-04:002012-05-18T08:31:41.533-04:00I have tears in my eyes!!! Very moving piece. I wa...I have tears in my eyes!!! Very moving piece. I was at the dinner and I admire you and atticus for taking will into your lives. "Y'all will work it out", quote Paige.Beckynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-4001714475614145692012-05-18T08:22:05.931-04:002012-05-18T08:22:05.931-04:00Nice job, Tom. On all fronts.Nice job, Tom. On all fronts.Jesshttp://jessicalahey.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-56827743339436757702012-05-18T08:19:03.045-04:002012-05-18T08:19:03.045-04:00I'm so moved by your piece, Tom, I find my eye...I'm so moved by your piece, Tom, I find my eyes are leaking again...Will is so lucky you and Atti have given him a new life. I especially loved what you said about lifting up others...the more we give of ourselves the more we receive. Many blessings await you.<br /><br />Cheryl T.Cheryl T.https://www.blogger.com/profile/15682107929618505677noreply@blogger.com