October the 4th is World Animals Day. It is the feast of St francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals and the environment on the Christian calendar. He wrote the famous "Canticle of the Creatures" a song praising all of creation including animals and praising God, the creator. He called animals his brothers and sisters.
He had a special bond with animals and loved them. Many of us also have a special bond with animals, especially with our pets. They give us the unconditional, unquestioning love that is unique.
When you have RA or any other chronic illness which lives you with disability which as a consequence leaves you alone with your pain and your thoughts for a substantial amount of time, a pet makes all the difference to your life.
All praise to our "brother and sister creatures"!
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