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Rick LeCouteur
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RIck LeCouteur
Jul 31, 20242 min read
Lost in Translation: Veterinary lectures in Japan
In the summer of 1988, I had the unique opportunity to travel to Japan for the first time. A land steeped in ancient culture and modern...
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RIck LeCouteur
Jul 31, 20242 min read
Around the World with Hei Hei: A grandparent's tale of magical deception
In the spirit of creating magical memories and sparking the imagination of my granddaughter, I embarked on a playful journey with none...
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RIck LeCouteur
Jul 31, 20242 min read
Hopping to Success: The untold story of Beatrix Potter's publishing journey
Imagine a world where one of the most beloved children's characters might never have hopped off the page into the hearts of millions....
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RIck LeCouteur
Jul 31, 20242 min read
The Pigeon Loft: A Visit to Siegfried’s Sanctuary
As an enthusiastic fan of James Herriot’s tales from “All Creatures Great and Small”, the opportunity to visit Siegfried Farnon’s home...
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RIck LeCouteur
Jul 30, 20242 min read
Surviving Our Youth: A reckless leap at Elora Quarry
Standing at the precipice of Elora Quarry’s infamous 40-foot cliff, the wind whispered warnings that we were too young and foolish to...
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RIck LeCouteur
Jul 30, 20242 min read
A Half-Century Later: From road signs to reunions
Embarking on a journey into the world of veterinary science often conjures images of textbooks, clinical rotations, and meticulous...
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RIck LeCouteur
Jul 29, 20242 min read
A Day in the Yorkshire Dales: A lesson from Siegfried Farnon
In 1976, I had the incredible opportunity to spend time with the legendary James Alfred Wight (a.k.a. James Herriot) and his partner...
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RIck LeCouteur
Jul 28, 20242 min read
Lost in Tokyo: A night of chaos, kindness, and cultural lessons
Imagine wandering through the vibrant streets of Tokyo, the city alive with the buzz of excitement, when suddenly, you find yourself lost...
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RIck LeCouteur
Jul 27, 20243 min read
From Seinfeld to Shushuku: A George Costanza moment in a Japanese ryokan
Have you ever found yourself in a comedic debacle straight out of a sitcom, only to realize life's punchlines transcend languages? Join...
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RIck LeCouteur
Jul 25, 20242 min read
Cormorants That Cannot Fly: A conservation photographer in the Galapagos
A committed conservation photographer, Rick sat on the rocky shoreline of Fernandina Island, one of the most untouched ecosystems in the...
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RIck LeCouteur
Jul 25, 20244 min read
When Animals Wear Pants: Anthropomorphism and learning
Have you ever assigned personalities to your pets and explained their behaviors in terms of human motivations, such as imagining that a...
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RIck LeCouteur
Jul 24, 20242 min read
Where Have All the Picture Books Gone? Unraveling the decline
Is the story ending for children's picture books? Let’s take a closer look at the decline. The popularity of children’s picture books,...
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RIck LeCouteur
Jul 24, 20242 min read
Four-eyed Frog Books: A hub for community and connection
I pulled off the Pacific Coast Highway in the small seaside town of Gualala, California. The town, surrounded by impressive redwoods and...
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RIck LeCouteur
Jul 24, 20242 min read
Lessons from Down Under: The bunyip in my childhood (#1)
"Get home before dark or the bunyip will get you!" "Stay away from the banks of the creek or the bunyip will get you!" One of the stories...
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