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Feb 28, 2023Liked by Brad Montague

Drying tears of remembrance. Thank you for explaining Sunny's behavior years ago! Our beloved Golden Retriever was an amazing comfort, inquisitive, loving member of our family! I'm missing her right now and it's been many years since she died from cancer. Oh the beautiful memories this wonderful piece brought back! And yes, the narration was terrific! Thank you!

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Feb 28, 2023Liked by Brad Montague

Having said goodbye to my best friend on four legs a few weeks ago, this. Just all of this. Frankie was 16 and wise beyond his years and grey muzzle. He always knew when I just needed him to be... close. You have put into words so beautifully all the feels. And the narration was adorable. Thanks for being awesome.

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Feb 28, 2023Liked by Brad Montague

At my school we have a school facility dog, and he spends much of the day in my 3rd grade classroom. Last night at a school board education meeting three of my students spoke about how much Sandee out school facility dog means to them. They said they his heart warms out heart. One student said when she feels anxious, Sandee calms her. Sandee gives his love and comfort to our students and school. Having Sandee that past year and a half in our school has transformed the school by teaching love, kindness and patience. Dogs are amazing. I had a feeling Sandee could talk, but by not talking he has made us work a little more to learn about ourselves! I can't wait for your new book! Thanks for the inspiration you keep sharing!!

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Feb 28, 2023Liked by Brad Montague

Great way to start my day! Light hearted yet deeply touching and meaningful. Beats meditation or whatever routine we practice to ease our stressed and serious minds ; )

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Feb 28, 2023Liked by Brad Montague

As a dog lover, I listened to this while petting my dog. And then the tears came. Such a beautiful story. Thank you!

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Feb 28, 2023Liked by Brad Montague

Brad,

I have been teaching for the past 27 years, and I’ve been a HUGE fan of yours since you started with Kid President.

I LOVE the way that you continue to bring light and love, goodness, into our world.

Today you moved me especially strongly with this email, and it’s amazing audio link (that reminded me of Charlie Brown and his friends).

You mixed in my most favourite things: dogs, love, and something made with kids ❤️

You are appreciated more than you could know.

Juliette Baltazar

Toronto, Canada

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Feb 28, 2023Liked by Brad Montague

What a lovely piece! I'd like to think my puppo Aurora is also sensing all of these things too. Funny thing, I find she makes these unique woofing sounds that genuinely sounds like she's talking to us and we just unfortunately don't understand - we nicknamed it Doglish in our house and what I wouldn't give for just one or two translations. :) Have a great day Brad + fam!!

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Feb 28, 2023Liked by Brad Montague

Well, I wasn’t planning on crying this morning, but this did it. Haha. This was beautiful, and it was definitely encouraging. The part about Facebook memories popping up and how fast life is going by…just 2 days ago one with our two dogs (litter mate girls) as puppies popped up, from 6 years ago. Ones of my kids pop up every month, and it’s just crazy how much changes so quickly. Thank you. ❤️

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Feb 28, 2023Liked by Brad Montague

This made my day Brad ❤️ My elderly rescue dog Tess would agree! You can follow her adventures on IG @tessofthedoggoville 🐶

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Feb 28, 2023Liked by Brad Montague

This did my heart good this morning. Please thank your kids for their part. They did a beautiful job! 🙌

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Feb 28, 2023Liked by Brad Montague

This is adorable Brad!

Thank you

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Feb 28, 2023Liked by Brad Montague

Omigosh the narration was such a wonderful surprise. And the whole piece is great in so many ways and on so many levels. ❤️

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Feb 28, 2023Liked by Brad Montague

You did a good job narrating :)

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Feb 28, 2023Liked by Brad Montague

Such a lovely perspective with a beautifully elegant message. So grateful to you for sharing, Brad and family! I've pre-ordered your next book and am so looking forward to reading it. Yipee! And the voice actors and narration? *chef's kiss* :)

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Loved it, every moment,

But the narrator really rocked.

♥️

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Salute to our four-legged friends for being our best friend and a great companion!

Love what you have written Brian.

We work with children in adversity, giving them access to magical storybooks to help them connect with the world. Our storybooks print on a single sheet of paper. We would love to collaborate with you and publish this story as one of our tiny little books.

It will be great to hear from you! You can reach me out at s​wastika@wallobooks.org

​Keep writing! Keep inspiring.

Regards,

Swastika.

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