BTC #23 – Frankie – The Walk ‘N Roll Dog

By BTCken On September 29, 2011

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Photo credit: Legacy Studios

Frankie the “Walk ‘N Roll Dog” and her “mom” Barbara Techel are my guest’s this week. Barbara’s story of how her plans had been “re-arranged” when Frankie had been diagnosed with a ruptured disc., and the purpose that was created. Over the last few years Barbara and Frankie have been making a difference with her children’s books but also with the over 300 classroom visits either in person or over Skype.

This weeks blogs…

From around the web… What’s the newest pet craze in the U.K.? would you believe Skunks? What would Dear Abby or Miss Manors have to say when we are confronted by someone who is not aware or chooses to not be aware of how their pet is behaving? Finally, a little something to help cope with Harry Potter withdrawal, a broom riding cat!

Now, back to my guest this week…
Barbara Techel, Author and Frankie, the Walk ‘N Roll Dogs “Mom”

Barbara, welcome to the program!

the following is from their web site…

A Letter from Frankie’s Mom

I absolutely believe animals were put on this earth to awaken us and teach us what life is truly about.

My life took on new meaning when my chocolate lab, Cassie Jo was diagnosed with terminal bone cancer in 2004. Her diagnoses helped me to see the bigger picture of life. I was yearning to live with more joy, make a difference, and leave a legacy. I began writing a monthly column about animals to share the lessons they have taught me.

When Frankie ruptured a disk in her back in 2006, I questioned again why another challenge so close on the heels of Cassie’s death was happening to me. I struggled to find the answer, letting sorrow at first, take over. As Frankie began to heal I realized she was still the same Frankie even though she was now paralyzed. She did not let her physical handicap get in the way of being the same sweet dog she was before her accident. Realizing the opportunity to share this lesson with others, I wrote Frankie’s life story. It is told by Frankie herself, through me, her loving, human mom.