Animal rescue requires a leap of faith.The caregivers at the Animal Rescue League shelter an animal that's been abandoned or neglected, in hope that someone will give it a home. Adopters take on responsibility for the well-being of an animal whose complete history is often obscure. You sign a contract and hope for the best. We 've adopted our new llama following a gut instinct. His behavior is cautious and understandably so given the hand he's been dealt. There isn't the slightest sign of aggression. We know that he was brought to the shelter in September after escaping from his
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New Arrival on the Winter Solstice!
Last week Mike and I took a little detour on the way to visit my cardiologist in Boston. I had just received an email from Lisa Lagos, the director of the Animal Rescue League of Boston's large animal facility in Dedham. A 7-year-old llama who has also had a rough year was seeking a home. We stopped by to meet him. Honestly, we had no plans to adopt anything right now. But that trip to the Rescue barn in Dedham on Thursday has brought the newest member to our flock today, in time to celebrate the Solstice. I promise to
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Simple Gifts – day three
Hope Mike and I decided that providing a home for a special someone in need is the best gift we could give each other this year. The simple gifts each day brings can easily be overlooked or taken for granted. For just a moment each day this week I'm making a point to pause, reflect and appreciate. Please join me.
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