I Rescued A Human Today
by Midwest Rescue of Illinois, Inc. on Tuesday, May 17, 2011 at 8:27amI RESCUED A HUMAN TODAY...
Her eyes met mine as she walked down the
corridor peering apprehensively into the kennels.
I felt her need instantly and knew I had to help her.
I wagged my tail, not too exuberantly, so she wouldn't be afraid.
As she stopped at my kennel I blocked her view
from a little accident I had in the back of my cage.
I didn't want her to know that I hadn't been walked today.
Sometimes the shelter keepers get too busy and I
didn't want her to think poorly of them.
As she read my kennel card I hoped that she
wouldn't feel sad about my past. I only have
the future to look forward to and want to make
a difference in someone's life.
She got down on her knees and made little kissy
sounds at me. I shoved my shoulder and side of
my head up against the bars to comfort her.
Gentle fingertips caressed my neck;
she was desperate for companionship.
A tear fell down her cheek and I raised my paw
to assure her that all would be well.
Soon my kennel door opened and her smile was so
bright that I instantly jumped into her arms.
I would promise to keep her safe. I would promise to always be by her side.
I would promise to do everything I could to see
that radiant smile and sparkle in her eyes.
I was so fortunate that she came down my corridor.
So many more are out there who haven't walked the corridors.
So many more to be saved. At least I could save one.
I rescued a human today.
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
I Rescued A Human Today
Thursday, May 05, 2011
Declare July 28 US Adoptee Equal Rights Day
Please sign the petition to declare July 28 National Adoptee Rights Day in the US. We hope to help draw attention to a little known civil rights violation: adopted citizens are routinely denied access to their own birth certificates in most US states.
and please pass the word...http://www.thepetitionsite.com/3/declare-july-28-national-adoptee-equal-rights-day/
Thank you.
Declare July 28 US Adoptee Equal Rights Day
Please sign the petition to declare July 28 National Adoptee Rights Day in the US. We hope to help draw attention to a little known civil rights violation: adopted citizens are routinely denied access to their own birth certificates in most US states.
and please pass the word...http://www.thepetitionsite.com/3/declare-july-28-national-adoptee-equal-rights-day/
Thank you.
Friday, April 29, 2011
Sunday, April 24, 2011
Shakesville: Breaking the Silence: On Living Pro-Lifers' Choice for Women
Breaking the Silence: On Living Pro-Lifers' Choice for Women
by Shaker Anonymous
This audience is obviously unfamiliar with the impacts of adoption loss on the natural mother. The article is two years old. Has awareness improved?
Saturday, May 29, 2010
Stories of Adoption Searches and Reunions: Call for Submissions
Short or long,
it doesn't matter.
If it comes from experience,
from the heart,
and will help others,
that's what
we are looking for...
Pieces of Reunion
Adoptees, first parents, and adoptive parents share their storiesCall for Submissions
deadline 10/1/2010EMK Press, a leader in innovative publications and resources for people affected by adoption, is working to create a new book that takes a look at adoption reunion from all sides of the triad: Adoptee, First Parent, and Adoptive Parent. This book will explore the uncharted risks, pitfalls, and emotions that are a part of an adoption search, reunion process, and the life after reunion from the perspectives of those involved and impacted. (more...)
