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Such a lovely thought - I rescued a human today

Started by Jo CIMDA, September 09, 2012, 12:15:33 PM

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Jo CIMDA

Cooper and Stella's post prompted this:

I 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.

shawkyelisabeth

What a wonderful extraordinary person you are , JO!


gschellinger

This made me cry. I think it is true to a large extent, how they view us handicapped people. Their hearts are so big.

g.
gail and Lola (SLE, hereditary cerebellar ataxia, chronic undiagnosed nasal congestion) usa

Angela

Brought tears to my eyes to, I was rescued once by my Molly - forever in my heart

Months after bringing her home I learned her birthday & received her papers from the breeder after tracing her by her ear tattoo; several years later I realised she was born on the 20th anniversary of my parents auctioning items from our sold sheep & cattle property, items that we couldn't take with us - including my six year old dog "Beatle" (I was nine).  Molly was six years old when I found her in the RSPCA.  I chose to believe that love crosses all boundaries, even death and this girl came "back" to me. 

A black dog (probably Border x Belgian) & a "stay black" Beardie, although Molly was clipped off when I found her.  My mother used to laugh at Beatle because he had "six white hairs on his chest", funnily enough she used to laugh at Molly because she had "six white hairs on her tail" (tip), & that was before I found any information on her.

Another funny coincidence was our sheep dogs at "home" were Boxer, Badger & Beatle (all named by different members of the family), I ended up with Molly, Morgan & Merlin however I only named Beatle & Morgan.  Paige's show name is Movie Star & Grace's nickname is Muscles.
Angela (AIHA & Addison's)
NSW Australia

Jo CIMDA

I knew you bunch would like this,  but I didn't compose this lovely piece of prose.  I wish I had.

It's a pleasure to be in your company!

Jo

Jo CIMDA

Hi Angela

It is amazing just how close to the surface these memories are and all it needs is a hint -  and they come flodding back.

It's comforting to have these happy memories.

Jo

shawkyelisabeth

hi jo, i am in need of some of your lovely thoughts again..especially as things are still taking a long time with stella..i am taking things day by day and enjoy every hour with her..trying not to worry any more and trying to make life as good as possibly can be, her hind legs are weak and she is always  a bit annoyed when she cannot run as she would love to, so i try to reassure her that things can only get better.... elisabeth