'Twas the Night Before Christmas and all through the house,
not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse;
The stockings were hung by the chimney with care,
In hopes that St. Nicholas would soon be there.
These are some very familiar words heard by many at Christmas. As an avid lover of animals, I often wonder if there is an excitement within each of them at this time of year as well. I know of many furr babies who are involved in gathering gifts for children. Abigail (American Hero Dog 2017) and her sister, Tala, are two rather famous furr babies in Florida who have used their fame for good. Hundreds of children will receive gifts after a hurricane devastated their homes earlier this year. Two furr babies who truly know what this season is all about.
Then there are those furr babies who give us love and joy just by being who they are. I think of my Rasha snuggled under the covers on a cold, snowy day in St. Louis.
Her gift to me is love and laughter and that is enough. A precious soul who was rescued from "who knows what."
There are many others who have had lives that were anything but good. Many of them live at The Shannon Foundation in St. Clair, Missouri. This is their "forever" home and probably the best one they have ever had.
These beautiful beings of light are together after years of horrific abuse or neglect or just being too damn old. Those who they trusted to take care of them failed; however, there is a place that has not failed them and caregivers who love them and care for them 24/7, when the weather is nice or nasty.
These beautiful beings of light are together after years of horrific abuse or neglect or just being too damn old. Those who they trusted to take care of them failed; however, there is a place that has not failed them and caregivers who love them and care for them 24/7, when the weather is nice or nasty.
As this is the season of giving, I am asking all who read this to check in with their heart. Please consider giving to The Shannon Foundation (http://www.theshannonfoundation.org/) Give so these animals can continue to wake up to food, excellent medical care and maybe a treat or two. They are well cared for now and have always been but anyone who has a non-human family member knows how costly medical care can be.
Help those who cannot help themselves at this time of year. Remember...
Love is the Reason for the Season.
Happy Holidays to One and All!
May your New Year be filled with Peace and Blessings!
Mareda
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