PTSD-dog update: I've discovered another level to having a

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PTSD-dog update: I've discovered another level to having a service dog. I'm asking my close friends how they feel about going out with me in the future with a service dog. Are they ready for the attention it brings? How will they react when I / we get refused at the door, even though it's against the law to refuse a service dog? Or offered a private room for lunch, instead of the main dining room (which has already happened, for real)? Or, people coming up and interrupting us and asking questions, etc? So far, my friends are saying no problem, and they are ready to champion me and my dog. I am so lucky to have understanding friends. ********** On another, more immediate note, Linka comes for a visit for the weekend. I pick her up tomorrow. I'm excited, scared, and nervous, all at the same time. The dominant emotion? Excited. Wow, look at me! identifying emotions! My therapist would be so proud of me. tee hee

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This is all great news.....The dog really seems to be a blessing in your life.......It's fantastic that your friends are being so supportive, and that you have friends like that.......

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Yup, I'm pretty lucky. This weekend will be the first time to test it all though, so we'll see how supportive they are when faced with the reality that I now come with a dog.

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