A chance encounter on a chilly, rainy day started a heartwarming adventure for a blind dog and a human. This is Rivers’ diary of that adventure; becoming pain free and dealing with his disappointments while learning to interact with humans. Rivers tells of a blind dog’s efforts to overcome his challenges and achieve his destiny. Rivers is a tale of the bond between a dog and a man, of courage, friendship, loyalty and adventure. It is full of positive messages for both young and old. Rivers takes place in that mystical land called Alaska, where sled dog racing is the state sport, dogs are considered athletes, and mushers are their coaches.
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Mike Dillingham was born and raised in New York City He served in the United States Air Force for 23 years and retired in Alaska. During his military career, Mike wrote numerous military directives and formalized documents. He is an avid lover of animals, especially dogs, and of people, particularly, young people. Rivers is MikeÂ’s first published work.
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Mike Dillingham was born in a blinding snowstorm in New York City. Mike's mom went into labor while his dad, a New York City police officer, was on duty. The fire that night in the first floor restaurant of the 6-story building where they lived served as an omen of Mike's adventures to come. So how did a New York City kid, born in a blizzard, end up in Alaska? The dogs, the beauty, tranquility and privacy of Alaska were a natural magnet for Mike after retiring from a 23 year career in the Air Force that took him all over this world. Mike's former job allowed him to travel all over Alaska and he wrote portions of his books in Juneau, Ketchikan, Bethel, Naknek, Fairbanks, Palmer, Wasilla, King Salmon, Nome and Anchorage. When asked why he wrote these books, Mike replied, "For Rivers, who inspired me. For the dogs, who are my companions and gave me their unconditional love. And especially for the kids, who hold the future in their hands."
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
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heartwarming story,
By Dawn (Maspeth, N.Y. United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Rivers: Diary of a Blind Alaska Racing Sled Dog (Paperback)
wow what a heartwarming story for parents to read to their children. It is especially wonderful for parents with children who have special needs. It shows how no matter what you can achieve your dreams....what a positive message
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Oustanding 2 !,
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This review is from: Rivers: Diary of a Blind Alaska Racing Sled Dog (Paperback)
After reading Book 1 I couldn't resist to start reading Book 2 as soon as possible. One feels at home with Rivey and all the adventures he has are amazing, considering he's blind. I loved Xmas and Lakota and Nitro. What a team they are. And even better, he really answers his e-mail!
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A wonderul, heartwarming book,
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This review is from: Rivers: Diary of a Blind Alaska Racing Sled Dog (Paperback)
What a wonderful book, and wonderful man who wrote it! Rivers is truely an inspiration, as is Mike! Thanks to both of you for this book that brings such joy and inspiration to us!
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