Giving Back Magazine January 2019 | Page 75

I have been very fortunate to be connected to Freedom Dogs whose mission is to help returning Combat Vets deal with PTSD. Working with my Freedom Dog and “battle buddy” Tobin I have been able to reintegrate and reconnect with other veterans and my family. By learning about training Tobin, I have learned a thought process that helps me find answers and bring closure to experiences that cause PTSD. Today, Tobin is my constant companion and always has my back. I have started a specialized moving company and Tobin and I travel coast to coast. My other passion is golf and competing in the various “long drive” events around the country. Tobin is at my side and my constant ball caddy. I am looking forward to being at the upcoming Freedom Dogs Golf Tournament at Del Mar Country Club March 1st. In so many ways, Freedom Dogs and Tobin have put me back in the driver’s seat of my life! www.freedomdogs.org Combat Veteran Marine with Tobin JANUARY 2019 | GBSAN.COM 75