tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post705374269944278169..comments2023-05-10T10:36:38.392-04:00Comments on The Adventures of Tom & Atticus: A Knock On the DoorUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger40125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-31702478247789669452012-05-07T16:50:11.537-04:002012-05-07T16:50:11.537-04:00Bless your hearts- you made my day!Bless your hearts- you made my day!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-65612128723686245892012-05-06T21:10:38.250-04:002012-05-06T21:10:38.250-04:00Oh. My. Goodness!! You are such a wonderful writer...Oh. My. Goodness!! You are such a wonderful writer!! I'd only begun reading this blog post, when I had to stop and comment!! Your description skills are.... Hmmm!! As a writer myself, I can glean from your gift!! I've yet to read "Following Atticus".... But I will now!! ;op<br />Alright. Back to reading this blog post!! ;-}<br />Love, Raelyn.... And Rose, my BEAUTIFULLY UNIQUE "Mystery Dog"!!Mary Louhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01005199691237610718noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-32119917605783020532012-05-06T13:04:30.950-04:002012-05-06T13:04:30.950-04:00Leeza came to me in need of a home. Her owner had ...Leeza came to me in need of a home. Her owner had fallen on hard times and could no longer keep her. My plan was to get her healthy, then place her with a loving family. She's a senior girl, which would limit her options. <br /><br />Having two Golden Retrievers of my own, adding one more to the mix was not in the picture. I do not need a third dog. But the thing about Leeza, the thing about a senior dog,<br />is their face. That expression you only see on an older dogs face. I believe that look is connected to their heart. In Leeza's case, it's a heart of pure gold. <br /><br />It's been a mountainous decision. But once again, I've been inspired by Tom & Atticus. As I read your blog about William, the answer came quickly. Do I need a third dog? Maybe not, but Leeza needs us. That is what she's been telling me with her sweet face. <br />We are now a pack of 4, for as long as it's meant to be. <br /><br />I look forward to reading about William's journey and the expression on his face, when he gets to the mountain top.debbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09653930204132967166noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-29048012476220907722012-05-06T09:37:23.269-04:002012-05-06T09:37:23.269-04:00William's a lucky man!William's a lucky man!Heidinoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-69426705614425173242012-05-05T19:50:11.974-04:002012-05-05T19:50:11.974-04:00It's a great honor to be part of the end of so...It's a great honor to be part of the end of someone's journey. This is a great gift for all of you.susanthehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05960705109051557790noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-63613861426646960272012-05-05T09:12:10.390-04:002012-05-05T09:12:10.390-04:00What good fortune for William, that he will live o...What good fortune for William, that he will live out his life with you and Atticus in the Mountains and beyond. Wonderful news. EllenEllen Snyderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09158932570826154360noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-65365402122865182942012-05-05T08:51:01.991-04:002012-05-05T08:51:01.991-04:00Congrats Tom & Atticus! How lucky for William ...Congrats Tom & Atticus! How lucky for William to be part if such an incredible family. I lost my beloved canine companion to old age & health issues about 15 months ago but life was changing (kids growing & leaving the nest, more travel for work) so I felt our was not fair to bring a new dog into my life right now. Having always had a dog (most all Schnauzers) since I was a child, I felt a deep loss and loneliness with the absence of the unconditional love. So I made a leap just for weeks ago and adopted a14 yr old cat who was in much the same situation as your William except she'd been bounced shelter to shelter for nearly a year. Friends warned me of the same potential heartbreaks but whatever time we will have is a gift as is she. We bonded the first night and she is nothing but a loving companion. Kudos to you and Atti for sharing your lives and opening Williams eyes to the beauty of life!Karennoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-2489421908014158612012-05-05T08:32:22.398-04:002012-05-05T08:32:22.398-04:00I cried when I read this...I knew about william fr...I cried when I read this...I knew about william from your FB page, but everytime I read about him I think of my beloved Candy Cane, fondly known by all as "The Cane" who was dumped in a kill shelter at the age of 10 and I adopted her (Mini Schnauzer Rescue Houston)She was as no other I have ever had and though she departed this earth 3 yrs ago this coming Aug. I still miss her...she left very firm pawprints across my heart..as I know William will do as well! You are so right the look on their faces when they experience new things-priceless!!! Bless you and Atticus and Paige!!!Whitley and Tequilahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17169137973937652663noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-42593212614076602392012-05-04T21:23:17.152-04:002012-05-04T21:23:17.152-04:00Tom,
One of the best things I ever did was to bri...Tom,<br /><br />One of the best things I ever did was to bring home an old, arthritic animal who had never been given a name. The pet store had used him as a breeder and now, at the end of his life, they gave him to me only because the clerk felt badly about feeding him to a snake.<br /><br />That's right; a snake. The little old man was an old hairless rat who could barely walk due to arthritis or feed himself due to a facial cyst, and who as far as I could tell had never left the back room of this particular pet shop.<br /><br />I took him home, named him BB (for BB King), put him in a warm box with a soft blanket and some baby food, and fully expected him to pass away in a day or two.<br /><br />Instead, he was with me for five months. Some cheap arthritis medicine, my vet draining the cyst that kept him from eating, a decent environment, some other rescued pet rats to play with and the chance to be a loved pet made all the difference.<br /><br />One day he didn't look so good, so I picked him up and held him in my lap for about five minutes. He passed away quietly on my lap right before I had decided to call the vet (although I know what she would have recommended, and the outcome would have been the same).<br /><br />He's in the garden now. He's been there for a couple of years, under the St Francis statue. Rats only live about two years, sometimes less if (like BB) they're born hairless, so some of his rat friends are in there with him. I miss him, like I miss all of them, and if I could go back in time I'd bring him home again in an instant, even if I still thought he'd die during his first night.<br /><br />I guess my point is this: nobody knows how long William will be with you and Atticus if you take him in, but I know how long he'll be with you if you don't. Treasure the moments with him, and God bless you.<br /><br />-Steve<br /><br />(And yes, I am a 48 year old man who takes in abandoned and unwanted pet rats.)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-28033564769742106252012-05-04T21:06:34.076-04:002012-05-04T21:06:34.076-04:00Dear Tom,
Your writing is truly a lens into your h...Dear Tom,<br />Your writing is truly a lens into your heart and soul...to share the rich life you and Atticus have created with one so in need is such a deeply generous thing to do...I will say a prayer that the trip home and ensuing days of transition are remarkably comfortable...that your adopted friend will feel like a long lost member of the family finally come home...<br /><br />Hugs to you all!Paula Clarehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06572562635544226495noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-41830046558464478512012-05-04T18:41:54.185-04:002012-05-04T18:41:54.185-04:00god bless you Tom - if we all took in one person/a...god bless you Tom - if we all took in one person/animal down on their luck the world would be a better place, don't you think?Hikerfamilyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11814137332727598043noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-79941685820376362502012-05-04T18:32:53.978-04:002012-05-04T18:32:53.978-04:00I am so excited to hear all about Sir Williams fir...I am so excited to hear all about Sir Williams first climb up the mountain. I wish we all could see the expression on his little face when he smells the fragrant flowers and air, that he has never even imagined could be possible. You and Atti are real hero's in my book. Thank you so much for all you do and have done to help all of us have hope for a better tomorrow!!! We love you guys!!!Ziggyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02630081931573248560noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-49434096689801445302012-05-04T13:49:07.810-04:002012-05-04T13:49:07.810-04:00You're a good man, Charlie Brown! William doe...You're a good man, Charlie Brown! William doesn't know how lucky he is.jaredhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11957542010536716407noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-7524767411336530322012-05-04T13:45:05.571-04:002012-05-04T13:45:05.571-04:00Ah Tom, you're the one who has it right. Just...Ah Tom, you're the one who has it right. Just because one grows older, does not mean he/she does not deserve to still enjoy what adventures await. Maybe it's a greater appreciation with age that this resonates even stronger. Here's to new adventures for the three of you!<br />Sincerely - Hazel & TeddyHazel & Trusty Canine Teddyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11125401865598865095noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-27516068739246955742012-05-04T12:59:45.571-04:002012-05-04T12:59:45.571-04:00Cindi Eicher, I think you are probably right. He m...Cindi Eicher, I think you are probably right. He must be scared. I know I would be. Scared and confused. We'll do our best to make him feel comfortable.Tom (& Atticus)noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-20816678763062194602012-05-04T12:58:28.959-04:002012-05-04T12:58:28.959-04:00Penni & Jo - thank you!Penni & Jo - thank you!Tom (& Atticus)noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-60962601324203295752012-05-04T12:57:45.462-04:002012-05-04T12:57:45.462-04:00The Book Fetish: do so love the name of your blog....The Book Fetish: do so love the name of your blog. (No wonder you were bored by 50 Shades of Gray.)<br /><br />Only kidding, of course.<br /><br />Thanks for your comments. <br /><br />I hope you find the place where you want to be and find a four legged friend to live with you. I'm probably a little biased...but it definitely adds to your life.<br /><br />Thank you for your comments!Tom (& Atticus)noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-57019145839400302232012-05-04T12:49:15.668-04:002012-05-04T12:49:15.668-04:00Cheryl and Janine, thank you for your kind words a...Cheryl and Janine, thank you for your kind words and support. It's going to be a wonderful journey. It's going to be life and I find that affirming - no matter what form it takes.Tom (& Atticus)noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-15584603560658983782012-05-04T12:48:05.229-04:002012-05-04T12:48:05.229-04:00Ricester, thank you for all you do in rescuing the...Ricester, thank you for all you do in rescuing the unwanted and making them special again.Tom (& Atticus)noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-83121346901190744092012-05-04T12:47:09.605-04:002012-05-04T12:47:09.605-04:00Pam Hicks, you are so right when you put it this w...Pam Hicks, you are so right when you put it this way: "There is no greater gift that the opportunity to care for another."<br /><br />I feel fortunate today.Tom (& Atticus)noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-7719219499539909702012-05-04T12:46:04.612-04:002012-05-04T12:46:04.612-04:00Sue, love this line you wrote: "Even if your ...Sue, love this line you wrote: "Even if your time together turns out to be short, it will all be good."<br /><br />So very true.<br /><br />By the way, I just checked out your blog. Such fabulous photos of your garden! You are a madwoman. (And I mean that in a good way.)Tom (& Atticus)noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-88540756325306859992012-05-04T12:44:36.517-04:002012-05-04T12:44:36.517-04:00Michelle, I think William and Atticus will be fine...Michelle, I think William and Atticus will be fine. My job is primarily to let William be who and what he wants to be, to give him time to heal, and to grow - if he so wishes. I'm a fortunate man.Tom (& Atticus)noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-12891445512752141272012-05-04T12:43:22.269-04:002012-05-04T12:43:22.269-04:00Thanks, AnnO. Our story started so long ago with a...Thanks, AnnO. Our story started so long ago with another unwanted dog: Maxwell Garrison Gillis. I agree with what you say - a bit of love and understand goes a long way.Tom (& Atticus)noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-85845604688573325982012-05-04T11:36:45.406-04:002012-05-04T11:36:45.406-04:00I like how you take us along (just a little bit) a...I like how you take us along (just a little bit) as you step through the wardrobe so many times. This is really great. <br /><br />Another random observation - was listening to the rain myself on my umbrella at the train station this morning. Meditation in daily life. Life is good.<br /><br />Chriscooperhillhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16225570314335442622noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-85648465296721209362012-05-04T11:16:59.745-04:002012-05-04T11:16:59.745-04:00What a truly wonderful story I love old dogs and t...What a truly wonderful story I love old dogs and think it is so great what you are doing.Rachel Dnoreply@blogger.com