A couple just wanted to snuggle after reading so came back. The bond that is made between these kids and the dogs is amazing. For some, it is what motivates them to come back to the library every summer. One that was there today was 13. She has been reading to Sadie since she was 7. She is an accomplished reader and really doesn't need the practice. She just likes to read and pet the dogs.
Some of the kids prefer to sit in the chair and just read. Others want to sit on the floor so the dogs can see the pictures. I had to explain to some that Sadie doesn't see as well as she used to when she was younger. Neither the kids nor Sadie seemed to care. All that was important was the togetherness.
After about an hour and a half, Cooper decided that it was easier to just lay flat and just listen. It was hard to tell if he was listening or napping. It was bitter-sweet comparing photos of Sadie from when she started to now. While she still has the same spark in her eyes, it is very obvious that she is getting up there in age. Luckily they have an elevator so she doesn't have to walk up and down the stairs every time we go.
Sadie when she started.
Sadie today. Not sure why she has her tongue out, but it was the best picture I got of her today.
We will get birthday cookies for them tomorrow.
