Lucy, I am so terribly sorry. Yes, I do understand how deep those little claw prints are left on our hearts, whether they belong to chickens or ducks, cats or dogs. They walk this earth for such a short time and yet leave an impression on us that lasts a lifetime.
Sorry AmyPaperLady, didn't mean to step on anybody's toes. I wasn't referring to respect. I am around both Amish and LDS families. No problem with respect being taught in those households.
No problem--I'd just gotten off work, so... (I'm an aide, and we're on our second long-term sub in special ed... Happy reasons, I hasten to add--the teacher recently adopted, so I totally understand wanting to spend time with the little guy before returning to work, but still...)