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Rick LeCouteur
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 9, 20242 min read
Saber's Secret: A medical mystery unveiled
Imagine coming home to find your energetic dog suddenly paralyzed, unable to greet you at the door. This was the startling reality for...
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 9, 20242 min read
Creative Conundrum: AI, Art & Ethics
Envision a reality where artificial intelligence (AI) impacts your morning run, your preferred tune, and even your doctor’s...
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 8, 20242 min read
Beyond Words: Lessons from a linguistic faux pas
Picture a bustling lecture hall, a question that sidetracks, and a single word - inscrutable - that hangs in the air, heavy with...
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 8, 20242 min read
From the City to the Never, Never: Exploring the land down under
From the bustling cities to the boundless outback, Australia is a land of captivating contrasts - each region a unique chapter in an...
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 7, 20243 min read
A Classic Car in Canary Yellow (Part 5): An eventful night on Parramatta Road
Have you experienced a night where a seemingly great decision turned everything upside down? Allow me to transport you to a memorable...
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 7, 20242 min read
A Classic Car in Canary Yellow (Part 4): One leg, one wild ride
A bright yellow 1961 MGA 1600 MK1, a driver sporting a cumbersome leg cast, and the bustling streets of Sydney. What could possibly go...
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 6, 20242 min read
A Classic Car in Canary Yellow (Part 3): The Runaway Wheel
Imagine driving home and suddenly spotting one of your car wheels overtaking you down the street! Here's the unforgettable tale of how my...
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 6, 20242 min read
A Classic Car in Canary Yellow (Part 2): Perpetual challenges
Stranded on the roadside yet again, hands greasy and shirt stained, I couldn't help but smile as the sun caught the bold canary yellow of...
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 6, 20242 min read
A Classic Car in Canary Yellow (Part 1): 1961 MGA 1600 MK1
The moment I saw the canary yellow 1961 MGA 1600 MK1, I knew it was more than a car. In 1973, I acquired this timeless classic for a mere...
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 5, 20242 min read
Wild Wonders: A boy’s journey into nature (#25)
Imagine a book that doesn’t dazzle with colors or fantastical creatures yet has the power to shape a young mind’s future. This is the...
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 5, 20242 min read
Nuns in a Scrum: Plaster, Prokofiev & (War and) Peace
Imagine stepping into the grandeur of the newly constructed Sydney Opera House, dressed to the nines, but hindered by a full-length...
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 4, 20242 min read
The Ripple Effect of Teaching (Part 2): Insights from “If Wishes Were Horses”
How can the rigor of a final examination mirror the complexities of life? "If Wishes Were Horses" by Loretta Gage and Nancy Gage...
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 4, 20242 min read
The Ripple Effect of Teaching (Part 1): Insights from “If Wishes Were Horses”
Imagine a world where your teachings not only guide the next generation of veterinarians but return to you in the form of mention in a...
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 4, 20242 min read
Tales from the Wild Side: My favorite “animal authors”
From the rolling hills of Yorkshire to the lush landscapes of Corfu, and from war-torn London to a volatile Los Angeles, journey through...
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 3, 20242 min read
A Day with Siegfried Farnon: The art of casting cattle
One brisk morning in 1976, as the dew was still settling on the sprawling fields of a picturesque Yorkshire farm, I had the unique...
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 3, 20243 min read
A Royal Encounter: Examining the King’s dog
This is the story of a personal interaction with a monarch known for his deep affection for animals. In 2004, my colleague Joe and I had...
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 3, 20243 min read
Celebrating Compassion: A King and his beloved stray dog
In 2004, my friend Joe and I met His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand. This encounter left an indelible mark on my...
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 2, 20242 min read
Steam Engines and Schoolchildren: The Journey to Dunedoo
Imagine a time when the journey was as thrilling as the destination A train powered by steam, filled with the laughter of schoolchildren...
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 2, 20242 min read
Uncle Andy's Magical Mintie Hat: A tale of sweet surprises
When we were young, magic seemed to be all around us, but nowhere was it more tangible than around my Uncle Andy and his seemingly...
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 1, 20242 min read
Discovering Havana: A Journey Through Time
Havana in 2011 was a city that felt like a time capsule, unyielding to the modern winds sweeping across the globe. It was a place where...
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