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Dachshund Quote by Jennifer Crusie

“I swear," Nell said, walking faster, "you're looking at a life of hamburger and no yelling." She held the dachshund closer, and it sighed this time and put its head on her arm, and she stopped to look down into its eyes. "Hello," she said, and SugarPie stared back, pathetic and wide-eyed in the…” quote by Jennifer Crusie
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““I swear," Nell said, walking faster, "you're looking at a life of hamburger and no yelling." She held the dachshund closer, and it sighed this time and put its head on her arm, and she stopped to look down into its eyes. "Hello," she said, and SugarPie stared back, pathetic and wide-eyed in the glow from the streetlight, her eyelashes fluttering like a Southern belle confronted by a Yankee.””

Jennifer Crusie

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Girl Who Fell from the Sky by Jennifer Crusie, 2005

A character comforts a dog, highlighting empathy and connection amidst a chaotic scene.

In simple terms: She shows kindness to a dog.

Key Takeaway

Offer compassion even in stressful moments.

Themes

empathy companionship comfort

Mood

warm intimate

Type

narrative emotional

When to use this quote

  • walking a dog
  • comforting a pet
  • stress relief

Key Concepts

human-animal bond emotional support

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you show empathy in tense situations?
  • What does the dog symbolize?
A Different Perspective

Not everyone may feel comfortable expressing empathy publicly.

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