This year much of the United States will enter 2018 under a blanket of frigid weather. I look outside as I write this and see a beautiful sunny day. Cold but the weatherman promises much colder weather by midnight on December 31, 2017.
As human beings, we can take whatever actions we need to stay warm and safe. For those people who are homeless or lacking a warm home, there are places and people to help. However, there is a segment of creatures who are at the mercy of Mother Nature. Our animals.
I have a few requests to make:
1. If you have a non-human member of your family, PLEASE be sure they are warm. Keep them inside or do whatever you can to be sure they are warm. Hey, my chickens are in my garage. Weather in the single digits is dangerous for all beings.
2. If you see an animal in distress, find out who can help or do something yourself. How would you feel if you were outside in this cold?
3. Finally as it is the end of the year, consider a gift to a rescue group before midnight December 31, 2017. Almost all rescue groups are classified as a 501(C)(3) which entitles you to a charitable deduction on your taxes.
I have a few rescue groups that get monthly donations throughout the year. Some of these groups get funding through grants and have a huge following. One rescue that I support is not that fortunate to get grant money and has a much smaller following.
The Shannon Foundation in St. Clair, Missouri could greatly benefit from your donation. How about signing up for a monthly donation. Do you realize if 20 people signed up for a $10 donation a month that would be an additional $200 a month in increased funding for the beautiful animals at this rescue.
Please check out this organization and KEEP YOUR PETS WARM AND SAFE!
Here are a few photos of some warm and cozy residents of The Shannon Foundation.
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| Tilly & Betty Beagl |
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| Grimm |
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| Nathaniel |
Happy New Year!
May this coming year of 2018 be one of Peace and Blessings to one and all.
Mareda
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