Flashback Friday: Epi-Star Gibson and An EPIc Christmas Book Publication!



My beautiful boy...
"Gibson" Les Paul of Mystic Mountain

Since this is the last day of November, (K9) Epilepsy Awareness Month, I'm dedicating this Flashback Friday to my beautiful Epi-Star, Gibson. Even with all the ups and downs of life with Canine Epilepsy, I would walk the same journey with him all over again. Thanks to Gibson, I have met so many wonderful and amazing Epi-dogs and their beloved humans from across the globe that I am so proud to call my friends. Some, like my Gibson, have gone on to earn their furangel wings, but shall remain in our hearts forever. 

 In the above Flashback Friday photo, it was Christmas 2014, and we had the first printed advance copies of my book, EPIc Dog Tales: Heartfelt Stories About Amazing Dogs Living & Loving Life With Canine Epilepsy in our hot little paws! What a thrill that was to have the actual printed book! EPIc Dog Tales was a true labor of love and I'm so very proud of it. And to be able to share it with Gibson, my inspiration and muse, was such a joy. 

 A very special day indeed.





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Comments

  1. ZOOLATRYNovember 30, 2018 at 4:47 AM

    Really beautiful photo of Gibson, a really special boy ...

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  2. Tails Around the RanchNovember 30, 2018 at 3:11 PM

    Awww. So sweet. And what a great gift guide! Have a wagnificent weekend and stay warm.

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    1. FiveSibesMomDecember 6, 2018 at 7:01 PM

      Thanks! He was such a sweet boy. I'm glad you liked the Gift Guide! Happy Howlidays!

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  3. Sweet William The ScotDecember 1, 2018 at 7:04 PM

    No matter what health issues our companions have they are so giving to us and full of love. Lee learned so much about Cushing dogs having had a Scot with Cushing.
    Happy Holidays
    Sweet William The Scot

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    1. FiveSibesMomDecember 6, 2018 at 7:02 PM

      Such true words. They really are amazing and so loving. Happy Howlidays to you, too!

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  4. Ruby's Rescued LifeDecember 7, 2018 at 10:59 AM

    I'm sorry I am late commenting on this post. I adore this photo of Gibson! XOXO

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    1. FiveSibesMomDecember 7, 2018 at 2:49 PM

      Oh, no worries! Thank you for your kind comment!

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