Gratitude for Guide Dogs for the Blind

Perhaps this title is obvious but after attending the Fall Guide Dog Luncheon today (at the Portland Zoo), once again my heart is full with such gratitude for all the people & dogs that make a working guide dog team possible. I'm having a hard time putting words to the experience - (especially because there is a little yellow lab wanting to take priority and be fed) Lunch with people who are so committed to the mission of Guide Dogs for the Blind, music, new puppies, stories of independence from graduates (Morgan and Erin were incredible putting into words the experience of a partnership with a guide dog - having us laugh and cry), spending time with friends = a beautiful experience with tears of gratitude shed.