A man named Palace spent most of his life in the military. His life has been significantly affected by his experiences while serving his country. After his 20-year military career, he faced a challenging transition back into civilian life. However, he found solace, support, and companionship in his two Pit Bulls, Noah and Lincoln, who became his heroes and helped him navigate this difficult period. Noah, the older of the two dogs, is described as the “old man of the house” and is Palace’s “chill partner.” He has a remarkable ability to sense when Palace is having a good or bad day, and provides a calming presence during times of stress. Lincoln, on the other hand, is the rambunctious and inquisitive “teenager” of the family. He encourages Palace to be active and engaged, pushing him to exercise and explore new experiences.
Palace attributes his successful transition from military to civilian life to the support of his wife, Vivian, and the companionship of Noah and Lincoln. They have given him the encouragement and motivation to keep moving forward despite the challenges he faces.
Unfortunately, the presence of two large Pit Bulls often leads to misconceptions and stereotypes about Palace and his dogs. People often assume that the dogs are aggressive or that Palace, who describes himself as ‘big and burly,’ is mean and unapproachable. However, this couldn’t be further from the truth. Palace is a warm and friendly person, and his dogs are well-behaved and attentive to their owner.
Palace believes that these stereotypes and misconceptions about people and animals need to be addressed and eliminated. He points out that people’s eyes often tell a different story than what they truly are and that continued stereotyping only serves to perpetuate these false beliefs.
One day, Palace and Vivian decided to try an experiment with their dogs, dressing them up and seeing who would win in a friendly competition. This lighthearted activity brought even more joy and laughter into their lives, further solidifying the bond between Palace and his canine heroes.
Through their unwavering support, love, and companionship, Noah and Lincoln have given Palace a sense of home and belonging. They continue to lift his spirits and help him navigate the challenges of civilian life after a long military career.
Toledo, United States.
