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Kalamazoo Animal Rescue: January 2013 Newsletter

I am one of several volunteers who write for the Kalamazoo Animal Newsletter. I do not foster these heroic animals – I’d keep EVERY last one!

Here is the January Newsletter. I was the fortunate volunteer to write the article about China and Dexter. Our two remaining dogs who survived the hoarding house in Allegan County, Michigan back in April of 2012. They are still hoping for a forever home. Together would be better.

Morale of the Story: Cats and Dogs are gifts from a loving God. Treasure them.

 
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Posted by on January 18, 2013 in Uncategorized

 

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My Dad’s Friend or Enemy?

Dads Old Smile CIRCLEMy dad was a passionate man. This passion I speak of was his strong emotion for certain things he valued in life. More often that not, his passion was shown with a kind word, a fun story, or a shared laugh. Once in a while, someone would get him going.

We had awesome vegetarian neighbors while I was growing up. They had their own chickens for eggs, their own garden to grow veggies, and their own fruit for wine. All of the dishes I ate at their home were absolutely delicious, well seasoned, and served with love. The conversation was another matter.

I feared that this adoring couple were friends with my mom, but enemies with my dad. I didn’t know how my dad could laugh so easily during the meal, but shout with vehemence after dinner while talking with the husband in their living room. Mom, the wife, and I always stayed in the kitchen around their warm and cozy kitchen table. Yet there was shouting in the living room!

It was years before I understood what the hollering was about in the other room. Turns out, the men were “discussing” politics. Both were liberal. Both were peace keepers. Both were Christian. Both were vehement in their beliefs. Both became passionate and boisterous in expressing their shared opinions. They were preaching to the choir. Or is that yelling at the choir?

Any which way, these men not only loved one another, they shared the same beliefs in many areas. They just happened to proclaim loudly those things that they believed most passionately.

Morale of the Story: Love is shown in many ways.

 
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Posted by on January 17, 2013 in Uncategorized

 

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The Truth is Told!

I have the most amazing great nieces and nephew. I was recently overjoyed to receive the opportunity to sit for the youngest. We got to play, chat, read books, and sing songs. But bedtime came all too soon.

I put her to bed with a song and a book. I put her under the covers.

Not five minutes later she called out for orange juice.

I brought her much watered down orange juice in a sippy cup.

And the little sweetie pie says, “Oh, thank you very much! I’m not allowed to have juice in bed.”

I’ve never before sat for a child who told me the truth without my asking for it … after telling a lie. She made me laugh out loud, and days later I’m still giggling.

Morale of the Story: The truth will set you free … and it might bring forth laughter to the heart’s content.

 
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Posted by on January 16, 2013 in Uncategorized

 

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Beauty

Small BeautyWhere do you find beauty?

In people? I hope you do every day.

In play? I hope you do every day.

In things? Only when they bring you joy.

In memories? I hope you do every day.

In work? I hope no more than five days a week.

In God’s creations? I hope you do every day.

Where do you find beauty?

Get a mirror!

Morale of the Story: You are beauty!

 
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Posted by on January 15, 2013 in Uncategorized

 

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Autumn Smells the Best

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Small Autumn 3Oh, Autumn,

how I adore thee.

The scents are

the most divine.

The bold reds,

golden yellow,

and spicy pumpkin

shades all around.

Freshly slain grass,

and

dying leaves.

Oh, Autumn,

how I adore thee.

 
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Posted by on January 14, 2013 in Uncategorized

 

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Blueberry Diaper

My cousin Julie loves me. I know this because she still talks to me.

When I was two years old, the family went blueberry picking. Julie enjoyed time with me, and we shared many blueberries together that day.

Later in the day, she offered to change my diaper.

I still hear, after she’s given birth to and raised two boys of her own, that that blueberry diaper was the very worst thing she’s seen in all the world.

My cousin Julie loves me. I know this because she still talk to me. And sometimes (near 40 years later) it’s still about the diaper.

Morale of the Story: Love is stronger than a nasty diaper.

 
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Posted by on January 13, 2013 in Uncategorized

 

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Nurse Daisy

Daisy SmallI have a cat that I wish I’d not had spayed. Okay, it’s not that I want kittens or anything – I don’t. But Daisy is such a good caretaker, I believe she would have been in 7th heaven to have her own litter of kittens. Normally, I would never say such a thing because I believe in responsible pet care – and spaying/neutering is a big part of responsible pet care.

Daisy has this amazing knack for knowing when I am in need. Her behavior toward me changes. Her compassion comes forward. She does it for my mom as well. Somehow, she knows when I have a migraine, a cold, or an emotional upset.

When I am sick or miserable for any reason, my cat Daisy is my nursemaid, mother, and comforter. She stays by my side, brings me her toys, and sings to me with her purr. Normally, I am not allowed to hold her paws, but when I don’t feel well, she puts her paw in my hand. If it’s a migraine where sound bother’s me, she does not purr. She comforts me.

There are three other cats in the house, and Daisy is mother to all. Granted that her own sister is from the same litter. They are probably only minutes a part in age. Yet Daisy behaves years older. Her sister is sweet, and she remains close when I am not well, but she has no desire anyone’s nurse maid.

I pray everyone could have a pet like Miss Daisy. One to comfort and care for you when you need it most.

Morale of the Story: My cat is awesome!

 
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Posted by on January 12, 2013 in Uncategorized

 

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How do you Give Cheer when there is No Cheer?

There are some people in my life receiving bad news. I want to cheer them, but I don’t have anything to offer. The situation is not life or death, but it is heart wrenching. It’s a lay off. So what can I do when I have no new jobs to offer?

I can pray for them and potential employers.
Bidden or not, God is present. I believe in the power of prayer.

I can give encouragement because these people are talented.
Not platitudes, but real facts. Reminders of their accomplishments.

I can recommend them on LinkedIn.
I don’t know if all employers value this, but I was once hired in part because my colleagues had recommended me on LinkedIn.

What else? I’d appreciate your ideas.

Morale of the Story: Humor doesn’t happen everyday.

 
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Posted by on January 11, 2013 in Uncategorized

 

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2013 Resolutions

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What to do in 2013:

  1. Write in my journal daily.
    I’ve heard that after 30 consecutive days, anything becomes a long-term habit. I’ve never made it past 3 months.
  2. Write for this blog daily.
    This is my 9th consecutive day. I’ve never done more than 2 days in a row.
  3. Keep my bedroom organized.
    The last time was in 1983.
  4. Before # 3, I need to organize my bedroom.
    I’ll have the cats help by picking up their own toys.
  5. Clean and organize the old section of the basement.
    Can I just pull up a Best Way garbage truck?
  6. Read 95 books.
    I’m already 3% behind according to www.goodreads.com. I can always throw in some children’s books to achieve that one.
  7. Lose 15 pounds and keep it off.
    I have a gym membership, I just might use it. I could also reduce the carbs (Not this carb-a-holic!). I hear laughter can wear away pounds. That’s my plan: Laugh it off.
  8. Nap as needed, pray often, and scrapbook with friends.
    I needed something I’m guaranteed to complete.

What will you do in 2013?

 
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Posted by on January 10, 2013 in Uncategorized

 

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A Cat’s Life

2012_01_28_0661 SmallOh, to be an indoor cat, what a life.
My mommy cares for me day and night.
I have windows to check on the world.
I can see all things unfurled.

Food three times daily.
Fresh water is not a rarity.
All of my needs are met.
This is the life to never forget.

 
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Posted by on January 9, 2013 in Uncategorized

 

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