If only I could take this simple advice.
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
For fear of losing something I love.... I am highlighting Roscoe this week.
The reasons I love him are endless.
He has never let me down, made me cry, or broken my heart.
You're supposed to fight for things like that; to keep them in your life; to keep them happy and healthy; to give them all you can.
I can't help but feel I'm letting him down. I'm on my knees and begging, but I'm losing.
He is everything I understand in this world and everything that understands me.
You could never understand, simply because you're not willing to.
Saturday, December 3, 2011
Why I love life: HSTB
I missed it yesterday, but no worries. I've got this covered. As promised, every week I will highlight a passion I have and share it with you. I am so excited for this opportunity, because passions are meant to be shared. That's how they grow.
And so I have decided, what better thing to highlight than what I spent my day doing....
The Humane Society of Tampa Bay
I have spent the last year devoting my time and heart to this organization. In return, I have received more than I could have asked for//more than I ever imagined.
The animals. I can't seem to put my love for and dedication to dogs (and animals in general) into words. All I can say is I understand dogs better than I have ever understood a human. They are simple; all they want is to be loved and cared for. Isn't that what we all want? Give them those simple necessities and you will be overwhelmed with all they give you in return.
Animals don't judge. You give them a home, food and treats.... they will love you forever regardless of the mistakes you make. When I feel like I've lost something///when I lose hope///when I've made a mistake.... I look into the eyes of my dog, the eyes of the rescued animals I love so much and it all goes away. At that moment, sensing something's wrong, they provide me with something nobody ever has before. They rest their heads in my lap, ignore the world and all their needs, and they don't leave until they've brightened my spirits. A simple nudge of the head or kiss on the cheek and they've made my day.
Animals save lives everyday, in many ways. I am proud to say I am passionate about rescuing those animals people have forgotten to love. They deserve more than I could ever give them, but I will do my best to give them all I have. They've saved my life and I plan on returning the favor until the end of my time.
The people. When I first began as a volunteer, I was expecting very little contact with the employees of this wonderful place. As I discovered my love for HSTB, I branched out from the title of dog companion and started doing anything and everything I could. The people I have met during my time as a volunteer have changed my life. They aren't simply employees of HSTB..... they're family!
Each and every one of them has a beautiful soul and a heart that could move mountains. I am so thankful to know them and work with them. They've only helped my passion grow. Every day, they deal with the stress of animal rescue and the adoption processes yet they still smile. They don't forget to acknowledge at the end of a long day that it was all worth it. Worth it because they saved the lives of animals.... made a difference in someone's day.... maybe even saved the life of a person.
Thank you.You are all amazing.
*Nothing can describe the feeling of caring for and loving a neglected animal, and one day sending them to a home you know they deserve. I've talked about my love, Sky, on here before. This dog changed my life. She was one of the most difficult and confusing dogs I've ever worked with. After 4 months of consistent effort (and a few breakdowns here and there, but never submission to what I thought was defeat) she went home. I couldn't have been happier for her. Simply writing about this now is bringing back the tears of joy that ran down my face that day, without shame. I helped save a life. In return, she saved mine.*
I am passionate about rescuing animals who deserve more than some people were willing to give. I am passionate about making a difference. I am passionate about the Human Society of Tampa Bay. Forever in my heart!
With this, I encourage you to find your passion. Devote yourself to it. One day, you'll wake up and it will all make sense. Smile and give it your all. You'd be surprised how much you get back.... without even realizing it. :)
http://www.humanesocietytampa.org/
And so I have decided, what better thing to highlight than what I spent my day doing....
The Humane Society of Tampa Bay
I have spent the last year devoting my time and heart to this organization. In return, I have received more than I could have asked for//more than I ever imagined.
The animals. I can't seem to put my love for and dedication to dogs (and animals in general) into words. All I can say is I understand dogs better than I have ever understood a human. They are simple; all they want is to be loved and cared for. Isn't that what we all want? Give them those simple necessities and you will be overwhelmed with all they give you in return.
Animals don't judge. You give them a home, food and treats.... they will love you forever regardless of the mistakes you make. When I feel like I've lost something///when I lose hope///when I've made a mistake.... I look into the eyes of my dog, the eyes of the rescued animals I love so much and it all goes away. At that moment, sensing something's wrong, they provide me with something nobody ever has before. They rest their heads in my lap, ignore the world and all their needs, and they don't leave until they've brightened my spirits. A simple nudge of the head or kiss on the cheek and they've made my day.
Animals save lives everyday, in many ways. I am proud to say I am passionate about rescuing those animals people have forgotten to love. They deserve more than I could ever give them, but I will do my best to give them all I have. They've saved my life and I plan on returning the favor until the end of my time.
The people. When I first began as a volunteer, I was expecting very little contact with the employees of this wonderful place. As I discovered my love for HSTB, I branched out from the title of dog companion and started doing anything and everything I could. The people I have met during my time as a volunteer have changed my life. They aren't simply employees of HSTB..... they're family!
Each and every one of them has a beautiful soul and a heart that could move mountains. I am so thankful to know them and work with them. They've only helped my passion grow. Every day, they deal with the stress of animal rescue and the adoption processes yet they still smile. They don't forget to acknowledge at the end of a long day that it was all worth it. Worth it because they saved the lives of animals.... made a difference in someone's day.... maybe even saved the life of a person.
Thank you.You are all amazing.
*Nothing can describe the feeling of caring for and loving a neglected animal, and one day sending them to a home you know they deserve. I've talked about my love, Sky, on here before. This dog changed my life. She was one of the most difficult and confusing dogs I've ever worked with. After 4 months of consistent effort (and a few breakdowns here and there, but never submission to what I thought was defeat) she went home. I couldn't have been happier for her. Simply writing about this now is bringing back the tears of joy that ran down my face that day, without shame. I helped save a life. In return, she saved mine.*
I am passionate about rescuing animals who deserve more than some people were willing to give. I am passionate about making a difference. I am passionate about the Human Society of Tampa Bay. Forever in my heart!
With this, I encourage you to find your passion. Devote yourself to it. One day, you'll wake up and it will all make sense. Smile and give it your all. You'd be surprised how much you get back.... without even realizing it. :)
http://www.humanesocietytampa.org/
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