As a former Montessori teacher, I have often observed the parent who introduces herself first is more important in her own mind than the child. The parent or the teacher who acknowledges the child first and foremost is the one to go with. Lauren did just that! Three years ago, I had a young pup in distress waiting in the vet's office as I finished up. Without saying a word, Lauren knelt down and began talking with her, never once asking permission nor looking for my approval or the approval of the three vet techs plus the vet each of whom were just taking up space. I hired Lauren on the spot. She has faithfully followed all instructions for all three of my huge dogs, ranging from boisterous pup to aged and infirm. I have trusted her knowledge to judge when to call in a vet and when someone just needed extra loving. She has stayed in our home as a responsible, reliable caretaker of our home and, more importantly, our girls. I recommend Lauren without equivocation!