There are few moments in life that bring such uncomplicated joy as bringing home a puppy. Today, one member of our Sentinel editorial staff is doing just that — picking up a new puppy and beginning a small, wonderful adventure that will no doubt rearrange her household and our newsroom alike. We are all a little giddy about it. The emails flying around this week have been less about headlines and more about names, chew toys, and whether anyone remembers how often a puppy needs to go outside.

It’s a happy distraction — and a worthy one. In a world that too often feels crowded with noise and worry, a puppy is a tangible reminder that life’s best things are simple, soft, and very much alive. To bring one home is to make a declaration of faith: that joy still deserves a place at the table, th

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