The Lesson of the Clothespin: Refusing to Discard the Broken Things in a Throwaway Culture

were a loaded weapon.

“So,” the veterinarian said, swiping a finger across a tablet without looking at me. “The behavioral issues persist.”

“He has anxiety,” I corrected. “He’s not aggressive. He’s scared. The Retriever got in his face.”

“Dr. Aris,” the vet corrected, finally looking up. He was young, polished, and had the tired eyes of someone who optimized continue reading …