February 16, 2007
Mukkun Going Blind
Yumi talked with her Dad on the phone the other day, and one of the bits of news from northern Japan that we were loath to hear was that Mukkun, the family dog, is gradually going blind.
Mukkun joined the family around the time that Yumi and I got married.
That's coming up 14 years this spring, so Mukkun must be heading toward 15. He's always been an outdoor dog, and winters in Aomori can be harsh. I'm happy he's done as well as he has. We haven't been able to make it back for a visit for nearly three years now, though, and I'd sure like to give the pup another hug and enjoy a walk along the forests and rice fields.
Hang in there, boy!
Mukkun hugging Yumi the year we moved to Canada.