Shandy's Legacy

Shandy is the dog who launched 3,000 young readers. In 2003 she inspired me to start SitStayRead in Chicago to help at-risk children learn to read. Shandy was the first SSR dog and she loved to work with kids.

After adopting her from the Anti-Cruelty Society in 1993, Shandy went to work with me every day for nearly 17 years. Her spirit is my guiding star and this blog is named in her honor. Though it no longer focuses on SSR, I hope you enjoy the posts.

MaryEllen Schneider

Tuesday, March 9, 2010

A Visit From Our New Addition

That's the beautiful Evelyn Gaffney sleeping through her first visit to the Sit Stay Read office last Friday. Could she be any more precious? At four weeks she's a petite 7lbs and has the sweetest smile ever--but is too quick for the camera.

The board made a special request for an Evelyn appearance at last night's meeting and, of course, she was a hit. Seth lulled her to sleep and lamented the fact that son Leo is growing fast--his first birthday is almost here. Time for another visit to SSR, Seth!