Abbott "Pete" Smith D.V.M. June 16, 1938 - February 22, 2010 |
Welcome to Milliron Monday where every Monday we celebrate the legacy of Pete Smith, D.V.M., and Milliron: Abbott “Pete” Smith, D.V.M. The Biography (Monday Creek Publishing 2017), including his wife Jody (1938-2021). Pete, a well-known veterinarian in southeast Ohio, and Jody lived life to the fullest. They continue to motivate and inspire.
Jody was a devout Episcopalian. She and Pete both enjoyed attending the local Episcopalian Church. If you were sick or in need, she did not hesitate to put you on the church prayer list. She was disappointed during the pandemic when the church was closed and she was unable to meet with her Episcopalian friends. Being a part of the congregation brought her great joy.
Jody often talked about her religion and views of what was right, what was wrong. She showcased her faith (and politics) on the windows of "Willow" her Subaru - bumper stickers, quips, and signs. Most importantly, she was able to give adequate reason why she believed what she believed.
In cooler weather, Jody proudly wore her Episcopalian jacket - the one with the Robin Williams' quote Top 10 Reasons to be an Episcopalian:
10. No snake handling.
9. You can believe in dinosaurs.
8. Male and female, God made them; male and female, we ordain them.
7. You don't have to check your brains at the door.
6. Pew aerobics.
5. Church year is color coded.
4. Free wine on Sunday.
3. All of the pageantry - none of the guilt.
2. You don't have to know how to swim to get baptized.
1. No matter what you believe, there's bound to be at least one other Episcopalian who agrees with you.
Have a great week ahead.
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Through captivating, powerful, and emotional anecdotes, we celebrate the life of Dr. Abbott P. Smith. His biography takes the reader from smiles to laughter to empathy and tears. Dr. Smith gave us compelling lessons learned from animals; the role animals play in the human condition, the joy of loving an animal, and the awe of their spirituality. A tender and profound look into the life of a skilled veterinarian.
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