Carol Chronicles
Despite being a lifelong bird lover, Carol once found her affection unrequited when she was famously accosted by this iconic Orlando waterfowl.
Swan
In 1979, $150 bought you the ultimate status symbol in portable music: this original personal cassette player.
Sony Walkman
With the heart of a champion, Carol's Pekingese was named for this legendary UF quarterback.
Tim Tebow
Carol enjoys getting her steps in by jogging in this peaceful, but eerie setting.
cemetery
Forget physical therapy! Carol self-corrected this painful orthopedic issue by colliding with a well-placed tree root while jogging.
SI joint dysfunction
In June 1979, the American fast-food landscape was forever changed with the national debut of this iconic boxed meal, which originally sold for $1.10.
McDonald's Happy Meal
When she's not busy comforting patients, Orlando Health Therapy Dog Pearl competes in this aquatic agility sport.
dock diving
Carol braves the Florida wilderness to track these two types of winged critters during her wildlife counts — just don't get stuck in the mud!
Birds and butterflies
Before her career healing hands, Carol spent more time on her toes training in this creative art form.
Ballet
In 1979, this long-running sci-fi TV series made its first leap to the big screen.
Star Trek
While the Grinch had Max, Carol’s heart belonged to a dog with this three-word name of the story’s youngest heroine.
Cindy Lou Who
Despite his feline fear of water, Carol's tuxedo kitty shares a name with this French oceanographer.
Cousteau
This marine animal, regarded as Carol's most unique patient, received her custom-fabricated splint poolside at SeaWorld Orlando.
A shark
In January 1979, quarterback Terry Bradshaw threw four touchdowns to lead this Pennsylvania team to its third Super Bowl title.
Pittsburgh Steelers
Carol thinks it’s “ruff” to miss a stroll around this downtown Orlando lake after work; it’s the ulti-mutt spot for walking her dogs.
Lake Davis
Carol doesn't take her weekends for "granite" - during them, you can occasionally find her hunting for earthy treasures at these events.
gem and mineral shows
While her date may have lacked 20/20 vision, Carol showed great foresight by bringing a life vest on this outdoor activity during a truly "blind" date.
Kayaking
This 1979 chart-topper by The Knack spent six weeks at #1 and became the biggest-selling single of the year.
My Sharona
Sometimes called 'little lions' for their regal manes, this ancient breed of Carol’s dog Eli often stood watch over Buddhist monasteries.
Tibetan Spaniel
You’ll find Carol shell-ebrating her hobby as a member of this national organization.
Conchologists of America