Through Their Eyes: Reflections on joy, loss, and learning

Fourteen dogs. Fourteen life-changing lessons. One unforgettable memoir. Nancy had always loved dogs, beginning with her childhood pets Muffin and Zipper. But as an adult she realized dogs had come to define her whole world. It started with Müsta, a Labrador retriever puppy that she and her husband, Kevin, welcomed early in their marriage. Then, a chance encounter with a wretched, abandoned mutt opened their hearts to the joy of rescue and adoption, of loving those cast aside. Each dog thereafter entered Nancy's life with a purpose. All were rescues: mostly mutts, a few purebreds, some young and some near the end of life. And each had something specific to give. More than loyal friends and steadfast companions, dogs became Nancy's greatest teachers, allowing her to confront personal failures and professional challenges. This motley cast of characters and the lessons they impart are a testament to the meaning of lifetime commitment, the power of determination, and love and resilience in the face of loss. It all comes to life through the stories of compassionate Müsta; silly Sammi and his laidback sidekick Bear; Nancy's soulmate, Red; quirky BooBear; king Rosko; and all the rest. Told with humor and unflinching emotion, Through Their Eyes is a memoir of overriding joy, inevitable heartbreak, self-discovery, and simple wisdom shared without words. This book is for anyone who enjoyed Stay by Lisa Rimmert, or any books by Teresa Rhyne.