Hi everyone, this is episode 1072, it's Blind Magic in Alice Springs, and I am your host and presenter Murray Stewart. Today, I have a special guest, my beautiful puppy dog. He's been extra affectionate this morning because he knows I'm leaving for Darwin. Blind Magic in Alice Springs will be on tour, and I'll miss my little buddy dearly.

Our pets give us so much, especially when we're alone. They become our family, offering us unconditional love and companionship. My dog, Santa, has been that for me, and I'll miss him while I'm away. He'll be staying with friends and their dogs, Shadow and Valley, and I'll be back on Sunday.

If you have a special bond with a pet, you'll understand how I feel. Leaving them behind is tough, but they know we'll be back. The bond remains unbroken, just interrupted for a short while. I look forward to speaking to you from Darwin in the next episode.