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Why losing a dog can be harder than losing a relative or friend

by Frank T. McAndrew October 10, 2019October 7, 2019

Recently, my wife and I went through one of the more excruciating experiences of our lives — the euthanasia of our beloved dog, Murphy. I remember making eye contact with Murphy moments before she took her last breath — she flashed me a look that was an endearing blend of confusion and the reassurance that […]

Posted inTalkers

Could a lack of humility be at the root of what ails America?

by Frank T. McAndrew May 30, 2019May 29, 2019

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