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HM King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa on an annual bases, which have greatly The minister said the Mara'ee Show and agriculture, which represent the patronized the opening ceremony of the contributed to the success of the 2018 2019 reflects Bahrain’s keenness to cornerstone of development to bolster Mara'ee Show 2019 which took place in version. The huge turnout exceeded achieve a group of strategic goals to national sustainable food security. the international village of Bahrain. 160,000 citizens, residents and visitors contribute to the agricultural and animal He commended the efforts of the HM the King was received from abroad, which also accentuated domestic production. Bahrain Defence Force (BDF) Royal upon arrival by Minister of Works, Bahrain’s capability to organize The Galician Division of the Guard, which contributed to the success Municipalities Affairs and Urban specialized international shows. Presidential Equestrian Complex of the of the exhibition. Planning, Chairman of the Higher He noted HRH the Crown Prince’s Republic of Turkmenistan, gusts of this He appreciated the efforts exerted by Organizing Committee of the show, Issam follow-up to the food security year’s show, demonstrated equestrian the Ministry of Works, Municipalities bin Abdullah Khalaf, and a number of coordination committee as a government shows that won the approbation of Affairs and Urban Planning to organize senior officials. initiative stems from the Government audience. the show, hailing national initiatives Deputy Prime Minister HH Shaikh Action Plan. Then, HM the King honoured the to develop agricultural and animal Mohammed bin Mubarak Al Khalifa, He pointed out the ministry’s owners of the winning animals of various production and integrate modern Deputy Prime Minister HH Shaikh interest in marine resources through categories. technologies in vital projects. Ali bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Parliament the promotion of fish farming projects The Works, Municipalities Affairs He lauded the shows staged by the Speaker Fawzia bint Mohammed Zainal, in cooperation with the private sector and Urban Planning Minister presented riders affiliated with the Equestrian Shura Chairman Ali bin Saleh Al Saleh and the implementation of legislation to HM the King with a commemorative Complex of the President of and senior officials were also present. protect marine resources to conserve fish memento. Turkmenistan, hailing their participation HM the King was accompanied stocks for present and next generation. HM the King then toured the which reflect strong bilateral relations by Representative of HM the King He praised the efforts of HRH Princess exhibition, which showcased pictures of binding the two brotherly countries. for Charity Works and Youth Affairs, Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, wife of horses, birds, the environment and other HM the King hailed Bahrainis’ success Chairman of the Supreme Council for HM the king, Chairman of the Advisory items. The exhibitors briefed HM the in attracting international companies Youth and Sports, HH Shaikh Nasser bin Board of the National Initiative for King about their artworks. He was also and expertise to develop agricultural Hamad Al Khalifa. Agricultural Development. presented with gifts. and animal production, stressed the The Minister of Works, Municipalities He noted the royal support for HM the King lauded the exquisite importance of participating in such Affairs and Urban Planning expressed the animal heritage in general, and artworks, hailing the organizers’ efforts to special events to bolster the Kingdom’s gratitude to HM the King for patronizing horse breed in particular and the royal hold the exhibition on the sidelines of the food security, diversify its sources and the opening ceremony of the Mara'ee directives to maintain the Bahraini Mara'ee Show 2019. encourage investment in this vital sector Show 2019, and also in appreciation of Arabian horse blood to pass to future He underlined Bahrain’s keen interests which contributes to spurring economic the royal directives to hold the event generations. in support the sector of animal resources growth. www.bahrainthisweek.com bahrainthisweek @bhr4all @BHRN4all @BHR4all @bhr4all SUNDAY, APRIL 14, 2019 3

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Members of the Kewalram family have seen Bahrain grow from a small market country that consisted and revolved around mostly Bab Al- Bahrain Tijjar Road and Sheikh Abdullah Road to the large sprawling cosmopolitan country that we know it to be today. The company grew at incredible speed expanding to six shops by the 1950s and even opening in Dubai in the 1960s. Mr. Kewalram was succeeded by his son, Mr. Haridas Kewalram’s Sons and his grandsons Sunder H. Kewalram and Baboo H. Kewalram.

Mr. Baboo Kewalram is the present Chairman of the company, ensuring that the company operates at the level expected. Under his leadership, the Kewalram brand found great success in the textile industry, providing uniforms and clothing to large companies like ARAMCO.

Mr. Baboo Kewalram shares the exemplary history and achievements that Kewalram and Sons have over more than a century in the Kingdom.

HH Shaikh Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa visist the Kewalram family during Diwali

Our family comes from the Tatta Sindh Centre in the late 1960s. We were area, which is in the undivided Pakistan surrounded by sea and when the tide region. My grandfather was a pearl was high, water would wash into our trader, who would finance divers and house. We used to sleep on the terrace sell the pearls in Pakistan and India. My because it was hot and there was no air grandfather came to Bahrain in the 1880s conditioning. and my father and Uncle joined him here. There was no running sweet water My father grew the business through a and it was delivered in drums on donkeys grocery store. My older brother Sunder from the Salmaniya area. We had a sweet Kewalram (Mr. Kishore’s father) came in water well where the temple hall now 1952. I came here as a fresh graduate in stands and it was better than the tap 1955 because my father was unwell. We water. lived in the upstairs of our shop in Bab Al There were no malls during that time, Bahrain, . It was an old house, except Manama Souq, where we would but very special to us. meet people everyday on their way home. The Kanoo family lived behind us People would come all the way from and we would talk across the terraces/ BAPCO and Aramco and we met people balconies. There were not many houses, everywhere from the GCC. The area electricity was scarce, but communities that is now Bab Al Bahrain was a dock, were very close in those days. We have where small boats would doc, large vessels always had a good relationship all the would anchor away from the shore, and communities who welcomed us. We dhows would bring passengers to land. only moved our home opposite Manama Times were very different then. bahrainthisweek www.bahrainthisweek.com 4 SUNDAY, APRIL 14, 2019 @bhr4all @BHRN4all @BHR4all @bhr4all

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HE Shaikh Khalid bin Ahmed Al Khalifa and H.E Mr. Nabeel Al Hamer visit Mr. Baboo Kewalram and sons in the Manama office.

The temple has never been an issue for all the top textile names in Japan and Minister His Excellency Shaikh Khalid religion and we practice ours in peace. our Hindu devotees in Bahrain. We have India. We are also managing partners of bin Ahmed was in Manama and he There should be no problems”. Even in celebrated Diwali, Holi and all the other Bahrain’s Quality Education School. dropped in to visit me here. He reminded Ramadan, we have no restrictions, Hindu religious days for decades or for We have the fourth generation of me how he would come with his brother the temple is open and we just advise centuries. My brother and I attended late Kewalram living in Bahrain. India is a and nanny every day and I would give people not to eat and drink outside the Emir Shaikh Isa bin Salman at his Majlis holiday destination for all of us. I myself them sweets. He is a very soft spoken and enclosed area. every week. Shaikh Isa once told us that have not left for almost 3 years. I have 3 kindhearted man. In the past, my brother The celebration by the King Hamad he had been to the temple when he was sons and one daughter. Kishore is here and I would visit government offices but Global Centre of the 200 year anniversary young when they put colours on him for and his sister lives in Dubai. I have 10 nowadays I do not go to the ministry of the temple coincided with the Bahrain Holi. Mr. Nabeel Zain lived beside the grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. offices, but people visit every day. I enjoy Grand Prix. We are so proud that His temple and all the children would come My brother died in a plane crash my daily programme of going to the office Majesty encourages official guests to visit together to play in the temple courtyard. in 1988, so I left for India. The Emir in the morning, home for lunch and to our temple. In 2017 we were honoured to This is a beautiful country and the enquired about our absence at the Majlis the temple in the afternoon. There are so receive HRH Prince Charles accompanied people are warm and hospitable. My and was informed about the sad news by many Hindus in Bahrain but there are by HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad Al father was involved in founding the our Ambassador Mr. Menon. Shaikh Isa over 500 just within our community. Khalifa. The following day on a Friday Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and immediately telephoned us in Bombay We want to expand the new temple morning HH Shaikh Mohammed bin Industry (BCCI). We started a business to offer his condolences and told us to to make new halls and a bigger prayer Salman with his freind came to the temple in Dubai in 1962 and Mr. Kishore’s meet him. When we returned and went area. The community is taking care of the and even waited in the Souq until we brother runs it now. The enterprise to meet Shaikh Isa, he invited us to sit cost which is something we want to do. opened at 11am. Everyone is welcome has diversified into jewellery, home next to him and said “We are very sorry Currenlty we are awaiting approvals from to the temple and are very proud that electronics and appliances, security for your loss, but Bahrain is your home. the authorities. The land now belongs to so many people from all over the world systems and, most recently, real estate, I am like a father to you so please do not the temple Bhatia community. Some parts come here. with 10 outlets spanning the Kingdom. It hesitate to come to us”. That is the beauty of the land were donated by people who We deeply value our close ties with the associates with world-famous brands such of the ruling family; they have always lived there before. generous rulers of yjis country. Nowhere as Titan, Casio, VIP and Carlton luggage, been very kind to our community. I remember Shaikh Isa once said to me else in the world will we find such a Commax, Brother, Black & Decker and One Saturday morning, the Foreign “We accept all religions. You practice your country to call our home.

The Late Emir Shaikh Hamad Al Khalifa, HH Shaikh Mubarak. the Late Emir Shaikh Salman Al Khalifa and other guests visit the D.I family.

The late Emir Shaikh Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa receives the Thattai Bhatia Hindu Community committee members led by Mr. Baboo H. Kewalramon 28th November 1994 at Riffa Palace, Bahrain. www.bahrainthisweek.com bahrainthisweek @bhr4all @BHRN4all @BHR4all @bhr4all SUNDAY, APRIL 14, 2019 5

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The iconic Alfateh Grand and the Isa Cultural Centre Photos by: M. Singh BAHRAIN: A MODEL OF INTER- RELIGIOUS HARMONY!

Bahrain is a model of inter-religious Restoration of Light (HWPL), an harmony and is well-known to people international organization that promotes Al of all faiths living side by side and religious tolerance all over the world. Photos by: M. Singh practicing their religion freely. The people of Bahrain are multinational and “What we have seen and denominationally diverse with freedom, a sense of belonging, diversity and shared experienced in Bahrain has been hopes, making the nation a role model for excellent! In Bahrain, it was very the world at large. easy because all the religious His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al communities were operating Khalifa says: “Our pride in the tolerance of Bahrain society can be seen in its people, independently with utmost in the coexistence of , churches as ease. The religious freedom well as Hindu temples. This unique sight and togetherness in Bahrain is has, over several centuries, being a visible amazing.” sign of tolerance and a source of great pride for us.” -HWPL Middle East General HRH Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Manager Vicky Kim Khalifa, Prime Minister of the Kingdom the capital, and is part of an Islamic center, Al Khamis Mosque of Bahrain says: “Bahraini society is based Here are some historic worshipping which includes the mosque, a department Al Khamis Mosque is one of the oldest on cooperation and compassion among places in the Kingdom of Bahrain. for Qur’anic studies and an Islamic mosques in the region. It was its citizens and residents, as well as their library. Construction work began in 1984 constructed during the period of Umayyad freedom, equality, security, tranquility, Shaikha Moza bint Hamad Al Khalifa and opened in 1988 by the late Emir of Caliph Umar in the 7th century (around social solidarity and equal opportunities. Mosque in Riffa: Bahrain, Shaikh Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa. 692 AD). The identical twin on These are the pillars of society guaranteed The mosque was built according to The mosque occupies an area of 6,500 this ancient Islamic monument make it by the State.” traditional Bahraini architectural style square meters and can accommodate up to easily recognizable. The foundation dates The government’s policy of funding all and was inaugurated in 2015. It includes 7,000 worshippers. Its walls are beautifully back to the 11th century, though it has official religious institutions contributes a large hall for big events, as well as other ornamented with Kufic calligraphy and it is been rebuilt in the 14th and 15th centuries. to the free practice of religion. Members service facilities. The 3,000 square meters, crowned with one of the largest fiberglass During this reconstruction, the twin of religious groups who practice their two-story mosque is equipped with a lift domes in the world. minarets were added. faith privately do so without government to ensure the comfort of worshippers. interference and are permitted to The state-of-the-art mosque can Siyadi Mosque Barbar Temple maintain their own places of worship and accommodate up to 2,000 worshippers, Part of the 19th century Siyadi House The Barbar Temple is an archaeological display the symbols of their religion, such with 950 on the two floors, 850 in the complex, which belonged to eminent site located in the village of Barbar and as crosses and statues of deities and saints. courtyard and 250 in the women’s hall. pearl merchant Ahmed bin Jassim Siyadi, considered to be part of the Dilmun Bahrain was deemed the “most the Siyadi Mosque is the oldest preserved culture. Barbar Temple (the largest temple religiously tolerant in the Middle East” Al Fateh Grand Mosque mosque in Muharraq and is still used for found in Bahrain) was built in three stages by the Heavenly Culture World Peace Ahmed Al-Fateh Mosque is in Manama, daily prayers. between 3000 and 2000 BC to worship the bahrainthisweek www.bahrainthisweek.com 6 SUNDAY, APRIL 14, 2019 @bhr4all @BHRN4all @BHR4all @bhr4all

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Photos by: St. Mary’s Indian Orthodox Church

Photos by: St. Mary’s The late Emir Shaikh Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa with H.H. Moran Mar Baselios Indian Orthodox Church Augen, H.G. Daniel Mar Philexinos, 55 Rev. Fr.T.C. Jacob & Rev. Fr. T.M George ( Vicar) from St. Mary’s Indian Orthodox Church Bahrain 1965 H.R.H Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa receives the Supreme Head of the Indian Orthodox church in 2011

Members of ISKCON Group at an outdoor Celebration in H.R.H Prince Khalifa bin Salman Park, Hidd 2016 legendary God Enki (God of Sweet Water a century, Christians from all over the Shri Krishna Hindu Temple & Wisdom). It is built on a spring of water. world have gathered at this church The remains include two sacrificial altars, to worship and serve as one body of a well and walls made of huge limestone believers united in faith, hope and love. blocks carved from Jidda Island. background, who trace their roots back to ISKCON Bahrain The most recent of the three Barbar St. Christopher’s Cathedral the first Jewish people who arrived mainly Since 2004, ISKCON Bahrain has temples was rediscovered by a Danish Although there has been a small from Iraq in the 1880’s, under the reign propagated spiritual knowledge among its archaeological team in 1954. During Anglican presence since the 1890’s, Saint of the late Amir, Shaikh Isa Bin Ali Al members and educating in the techniques excavations, many tools, including Christopher’s Church, later to become Khalifa, establishing themselves in Bahrain of spiritual life to check the imbalance of circular Dilmun seals, marble vases, St Christopher’s Cathedral, the seat of in search of a better quality of life. values in life and to achieve real peace. weapons, pottery and small pieces of gold, the Anglican Bishop in the Gulf, was The first Jewish settlers in the ISKCON has adopted various programs were found. These are now on display built in 1953 on land graciously granted archipelago arrived from Basra during the to inculcate spiritual values and also have in the Bahrain National Museum. The by the late Emir, Shaikh Salman bin late 1880’s. However, the Synagogue was social interaction to lead a healthy life. most famous find was a bronze bull head, Hamad Al Khalifa. It was named after St established in the 1930’s and was funded As universally practiced, offering dating back to 2000 BC. Christopher, the patron saint of travelers, by a Jewish French pearl trader who was scheduled prayers, worshipping the recognizing the significance of travel in addressed as “Baig,” (a respectful title Almighty God is one of the main pillars Sacred Heart Church Bahrain’s history and of the members who used in the Language, to address of the society for its cultural activities. The first Catholic Church in Bahrain made up the new Church. those with high ranks). Welfare, peace and prosperity can be was built on land given by the late Emir, St Christopher’s School began its life achieved by individually understanding Shaikh Hamad Bin Isa Al Khalifa, in 1939. in the homes of members of the church. It Shri Krishna Hindu Temple the underlying facts of self-realization The Sacred Heart Church in the heart of moved into the compound of the Church The Shri Krishna Temple has a long and in relation to the Almighty and way Manama, is a Roman Catholic parish, and and into a purpose-built building in 1962. vibrant history. Established about 200 of living. serves over 140,000 Catholics. It is one of the By 1972, the school had outgrown the years ago by the Thattai (Bhatia) Hindu With the support, tolerance and two Roman Catholic churches in Bahrain, facilities and moved from the compound Community, it is known to be the first in patronage of the rulers of Kingdom-of- the other being the “Catholic Church of Our in 1975. the Gulf Region located in the heart of the Bahrain and friendly community of this Lady of the Visitation”, formally consecrated Manama Souq near Bab Al Bahrain. 'peace loving country ' accommodating all on March 3, 1940, in Awali. St. Mary’s Indian Orthodox Church However, the history of the Indian walks of life - Iskcon Bahrain is helping to The house of worship became a reality in community in Bahrain can be traced back promote among its members and families National Evangelical Church 1968 when the late Amir, Shaikh Isa Bin to the time of the Dilmun civilization the culture inherited from its ancestors to Under the patronage of the late Emir, Salman Al Khalifa, gifted land for the first in 3000 BC. Bahrain’s rulers respected contribute to the society for healthy living, Shaikh Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa, the Church. In 1976, Shaikh Mohammed Bin the community’s conservative religious believe in the Almighty and extending a National Evangelical Church (NEC) was Salman Al-Khalifa visited the Church and values and it was the late Emir, Shaikh helping hand for those in need. opened on June 3, 1971. The history of offered a donation and, in April 2000, His Hamad Bin Isa Al Khalifa, who granted the NEC can be traced back to the late Majesty the King, Shaikh Hamad Bin Isa them permission to establish a temple Sikh Gurudwara 19th century when Rev. Samuel Zwemer Al- Khalifa, gifted the adjacent land for in 1817. Evolving in infrastructure over It is generally believed that the first Sikh with his team of missionaries from the the church expansion. the years, today the temple caters to the came to Bahrain in 1929. However, it was Reformed Church in America (RCA) needs of the larger Hindu community in 1959 when the first Gurudwara was arrived in Bahrain on December 7, Synagogue for spiritual growth, social interaction, built. Gurudwara (literally meaning “door 1892 and established the first Protestant The Jewish community is made up cultural programs, educational and other to the Guru”) is a place of worship for the Church in the Arabian Gulf. 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His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al as a number of community figures and the development of the homeland. His Highness commented, while Khalifa, Deputy President of the Supreme institutions; concerned local and Gulf Under the prosperous rule of His praising the Gulf Disability Society for Council for Youth and Sports and Honorary associations and individuals; people with Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, its keenness on annually organizing President of Bahrain Sports Federation disabilities and their families; individuals Bahrain has successfully achieved the forum, which benefits people with for Disabilities deputized H.E Jameel working in the field of the education and many accomplishments in the fields of disabilities at all levels, bin Mohammed Humaidan, Minister of rehabilitation of people with disabilities; supporting people with disabilities in "We are proud of them, and their Labor and Social Development, to open community service activists; academics education, health, sports and other areas" determination and confident of their the 19th Scientific Forum for People with and specialists in the field of psychology HH Shaikh Khalid highlighted the abilities to continue excelling in all fields. Disabilities, organized from April 9th to and educators of people with disabilities. selected slogan of the forum, focusing We wish them success and to achieve April 11th at the Diplomat Radisson Blu "The Kingdom of Bahrain is a role on the important role of encouraging the more accomplishments." Hotel, Residence and Spa. model in the field of supporting and disabled to take part in sports activities, The forum shed light on the success The opening ceremony was attended caring for people with disabilities through which have positive impacts on their lives stories of the disabled in the GCC and by H.E Shaikh Duaij bin Khalifa Al the leading strides it took to provide and at the same time serve the efforts Arab States in the field of sports and Khalifa, Honorary President of the decent living of this category and its dedicated to discovering and supporting discussed the laws and legislations to Gulf Disability Society and President of efforts dedicated to their integration with talented individuals of this category in support them to achieve equality for them National Institute for the Disabled, as well the community as active role-players in different sports. in all fields. www.bahrainthisweek.com bahrainthisweek @bhr4all @BHRN4all @BHR4all @bhr4all SUNDAY, APRIL 14, 2019 9

 www.bahrain4all.com BAHRAIN FOR ALL, ALL FOR BAHRAIN THE DOG WHISPERER OF BAHRAIN Pauline Richards, owner of Delmon Kennels details classes over a 6-week period. Often people Steve Mann and Nando Brown from call us about issues with pets so we arrange IMDT (a leading UK education provider the unique services offered for the four-legged friends one on one sessions for any particular for Dog Trainers) do some trick training in the Kingdom. problems owners and dogs may be facing. and an evening with Steve. We recently Our aim is to support pet owners and hosted John Rogerson, a world-renowned animals so we have invested in four vans dog trainer also from the UK. We ran a that pick up and drop the pets but also to very successful and enjoyable CSI course, help with vet visits and emergencies. Over where dogs and owner learnt more about the years, we helped to transport pets all tracking, sniffing and recall. over the world and back in some cases. Our goal for training is to build an We also established a second sister unbreakable bond between a dog and the company Delmon Pets Oasis which family. Many of our customers have been supplies us with healthy food and treats. with us from pups right the way through Training is a big part of our daily until they relocate to a new country or life at the Kennels. To further support sadly pass away. We strive to help and pet owners and our staff, we invite support owners every step of the way professionals to Bahrain. We have had whenever needed.

In 2005, I opened Delmon Kennels in support the wellbeing of our four legged Barbar and our dream was to offer a companions. unique recreational boarding facility We started with a handful of pets, that catered to the pets' individual needs, which can now board 75 dogs and 30 cats personalities and activity levels. I felt and have two grooming rooms. there was a need to help, care and educate We offer a wide variety of training people about animal care as well as from Puppy to senior and these are group FOR THE LOVE OF MY DOGS! Nivedita Dhadphale shares her sorrowful experience in losing her pet dog Ferdinand.

the father stopped eating and the other often go to great lengths to ensure our three (mother and siblings) mooched pet’s physical and emotional comfort. around sad and lost. Suddenly I did not Numerous activities revolve around have an audience; nobody followed me our animal companion’s needs. into the bathroom or the kitchen, I did not Consequently, the loss of a pet can feel have a furry friend at my feet and nobody like the loss of a child. came to the door when I returned home. The loss of a “life witness”: Not only They too were in mourning and I had do our animals provide us with their to get my house in order! I sent them to uninhibited emotional expression, but they Kennels where they went through a series also allow us to express parts of ourselves of activities to rewire their brains. that we may never let other humans People who do not have pets will never see. They observe our weaknesses, our understand the relationship pet owners victories, and move through years of our have with their four-legged companions. lives with us. During periods of upheaval, Psychologist Julie Axelrod says when a they often provide us with security, parent, spouse, child or someone close to stability and comfort. us dies; our loss is treated with sympathy, The loss of multiple relationships comfort, and offerings of sincere and routines: We must say goodbye to condolence. all the aspects that made up our practical But, talk to the millions of pet owners routines. We must not only say goodbye to who have had a dog hit by a car or a the physical activities, but to the reflexive terminally ill cat euthanized and you will way, we called to our companion when we hear quite a different story. Many will tell wanted comfort and love. These goodbyes you that most people did not understand all contribute to the time and patience the depth of their grief. Mourning a pet needed to grieve the loss of a pet. may not only be painful because of the This has been a deeply sorrowful time, loss itself, but deeper due to the potential but I am blessed to five more that offer me On Friday 27th March 2019, one of my that miracle. I carried him around for loneliness of this type of grieving. When unconditional love and loyalty. What do six beloved pets Ferdinand passed away at days and tried to comfort him when we are grieving the loss of a beloved pet, they do if he or she finds me sad and in at the age of 11years and 4 months. This he was confused or in pain. However, we are actually mourning several losses at pain? The answer is clear: give love, give is the first time that I lost a dog and it has despite everyone’s efforts, his condition the same time. These include: comfort, and stay with me for as long as been a whirlwind of excruciating painful deteriorated and he died peacefully. The loss of unconditional love: it takes. We can all take a lesson from our emotions. I watched Ferdinand’s arrival into this Our pets do not judge insecurity or animal friends. Ferdie as I called him suddenly went world, raised, and nurtured him. To add imperfection. They are all accepting in blind and deaf due to a neurological issue. to the distress, my other dogs' behavior ways few humans can achieve. I am not ashamed to say - I miss I was asked to make the difficult choice of changed. The youngest puppy who was The loss of a protégé: Having a putting him to sleep, which I immediately Ferdinand’s best friend would collect toys pet is much like being a parent. We my Ferdie – He had the kindest rejected - I was praying and hoping for they played with together and sat on them, are responsible for another life and soul! He will be forever missed! bahrainthisweek www.bahrainthisweek.com