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Pet Story Project
by Colleen Phelon Hall
She filled a great void in our hearts with incredible love.
I resume my Memorial Monday’s posts tonight thanks Jason. Losing a dog is never easy, but during Covid, not being able to be there with...
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Jun 6, 20213 min read
Pandemic Pups: Remus has given me purpose.
Last week, I shared a story of about a “Pandemic Pup” that was a great source of healing for a child dealing with anxiety and depression...
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Apr 1, 20213 min read
Pandemic Pup helps ease anxiety
Happy National Puppy Day! Nothing gives us more joy than a puppy and amidst Covid and quarantine, many have “taken the leap” and added...
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Apr 1, 20211 min read
I have his ashes on my dresser.
Thanks to Jason for sharing about your Max for our #MemorialMonday for the #PetStoryProject. "Maximus K. (Keuhnelian - my wife’s maiden...
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Mar 21, 20212 min read
A healing inheritance.
Unfortunately, many of us have experienced the loss of one or both of our parents. As friends have shared with me for the...
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Mar 11, 20212 min read
A co-worker's dream job leads to finding a dream dog.
Thank you to Libby for sharing about her dog, Jack. “Jack is my first dog as an adult. My family got a dog - a Golden Retriever-when I...
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Feb 27, 20211 min read
She will be loved and missed forever
I had the wonderful opportunity to do a portrait of Robin's two beautiful Cavalier King Charles Spaniels. I was so sad to hear of...
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Feb 22, 20212 min read
#NationalLoveYourPetDay
Happy National Love Your Pet Day! How you are celebrating or spoiling your pet today? Coconut has received extra belly rubs, a special...
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Feb 20, 20211 min read
She was a reminder that life deserves to be celebrated
On this #MemorialMonday I thank Corinne for sharing the many lessons she learned from her dear Gypsie. "For a Golden Retriever, life is...
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Feb 15, 20211 min read
Even miles apart, he is there for her.
When I prompted folks for a word to describe their dogs, Lisa responded with “Devoted” to describe her daughter Kaylee’s dog, Cody. Even...
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Feb 12, 20212 min read
Inktober Shih Tzu
Please help me build my Instagram following by following my @ColleenPhelonHall account and my brand new @PetStoryProject account. For...
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Oct 17, 20201 min read
Exploring A-Dog-A-Day during Inktober
For the month of October, I have been painting "a dog a day" on Instagram as a part of my #PetStoryProject, each day focusing on a...
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Oct 12, 20201 min read
Parenthood training via Dachsunds
If you haven't had a chance to read October 5th's #MemorialMonday post for the #PetStoryProject, I hope you will take a few minutes to do...
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Oct 5, 20201 min read
Another teachable moment- thanks to this dynamic duo for the parental training.
Thanks to Kristin for sharing this wonderful story about her experience as a pet parent and I think a lot of folks can relate to this...
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Oct 4, 20203 min read
I knew that this little black puppy was mine. Or maybe that I was hers.
For this #MemorialMonday for the #PetStoryProject, I thank Selena for sharing her story about her beloved Dot. Last week's post was about...
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Sep 27, 20201 min read
We learned it's not ok to "swallow our feelings."
Thanks to my dear friend Jodie for sharing her lovely tribute to her dear Zig for this #MemorialMonday for my #PetStoryProject. "Sir...
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Sep 20, 20202 min read
The dog of my heart.
Thank you to Chrissy, my dear friend and apartment-mate from our University of Richmond days for sharing this beautiful tribute to her...
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Sep 13, 20202 min read
National Pet Memorial Day
Today is National Pet Memorial Day. Those of us who have loved and lost a pet know that the impact they have on us is deep and...
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Sep 12, 20201 min read
Millie has taught me not to take our time for granted.
On this #MemorialMonday, I want to thank Devonee for sharing this beautiful tribute about her Millie for the #PetStoryProject. While her...
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Aug 30, 20202 min read
Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day
Today is Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day. It is a day to remember the the love we have felt for our furry family members who have crossed...
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Aug 28, 20201 min read
About the Project
The Pet Story Project is a collaborative art project designed by artist Colleen Phelon Hall to create connection with a community of pet lovers through storytelling and art. Colleen prompts people to submit stories about their relationships with their furry family members along with a photograph.
Colleen gathers these stories and creates artwork inspired by the vulnerability of the shared stories. This is an archive of love letters.
~ Colleen Phelon Hall
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