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In "Lessons from Lad," Christine Nicole Ferris offers a poignant and insightful journey into the lessons learned from her beloved rough collie, Lad. Although their time together was brief, the impact Lad left on Christine's life was profound. This book delves deep into the heart-wrenching story of losing not just…

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I love this book as it showcases the life of a woman and her dog, Lad, and the great love and affection they had together. It focuses on the dog’s short life before he unexpectedly died and the wonderful lessons that he left as his legacy.

The 52 short lessons are beautiful and well-written so that everyone can gain wisdom and encouragement. As the author goes through her grief, she helps readers face similar situations as they lose their dog. I recently lost my dog, and these lessons were wonderful reminders of how my dog lived her life. God has…

From Larry's list on God's amazing Grace and love.

This book is an invitation to paws and ponder the lessons our four-legged friends have to teach us about life, love, loss, and legacy. Christine Ferris writes in such a way that you feel like you are sitting with a close friend, enjoying a cup of coffee together and learning from her beloved collie, Lad.

This is the perfect book for dog lovers who desire to grow closer to God while learning lessons from one of his greatest gifts to us—our beautiful dogs. This collection of short stories will work its way into your heart, and the lessons you learn…

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