Yesterday they had a petting zoo come to Texas’ school. He spent 10 glorious minutes surrounded by ducks, llamas, baby chicks, rabbits and assorted rodents.  Judging by the photos I have been privy to of the event – those 10 minutes were likely the longest of those animals lives.

Needless to say – after viewing a photo of my charge holding a rabbit by what I assume was an ear – last night was spent reflecting on some of the lessons he learned during the day:

“rabbit – pet – soft – hop ” – this chant followed by a practice soft rub on my arm or leg…..I guess it is a wonderful thing that his accidental cruelty made such an impression.