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    DEKKER RESPONDS TO HOLIDAY BLUES

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    Dekker the service dog reads a book

    Dekker, the service dog who has advice for humans and other creatures, gives guidance to some issues that arise over the holidays.

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    HOW TO KNOW IF YOU ARE A CONTEMPLATIVE

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    A contemplative dog rests his chin on the sheets as he ponders the purpose of living. Old pet

    You may wonder why your dance in the world seems to have a different rhythm...To be a contemplative is to treasure solitude and not be lonely.  To see…

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    SOME SIGNS OF BEING A CONTEMPLATIVE

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    A contemplative dog rests his chin on the sheets as he ponders the purpose of living. Old pet

    Did you ever wonder if you would make a good monk? You might want to know some signs that you may already be a contemplative. Here are some…

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