So I posted an ad on Craigslist and got a double whammy! While I still need to raise the aforementioned (via numerous journals) funds to train her to perform other functions, I will have a bright eyed and bushy tailed chocolate lab in October that will be a certified service dog for the seizure component. This very kind lady from central Washington called and let me know about what they do, talked to me about my conditions, and what they could do to help. They have specific dogs that they train entirely to be seizure alert dogs, even large breeds like chocolate labs. Once the parents are mated, I'll get photos of the parents and the litter's due date. Once the pups are born, I'll get a picture of all the females in the litter until six weeks when they dwindle it down to the one for me. From that point onward, except for two hours a day, she will be tethered to me for the rest of her life. This lets her create a codependency with me, and allows her to learn my routine, habits, and chemical processes much faster. As a result, she can be certified as a service animal from day one. Later on we can move on to mobility assistance, passing notes, etc. Regardless, I'm super excited.

The normal fee has been diminished to $200 for me due to my financial circumstances which is superb. And I've even picked out a name for my unborn angel, Atlas. I figured it was fitting, seeing as how she'll be carrying the weight of my world on her shoulders.

Anyway, wanted to share the good news. Hope you all are well!