08/25/2025
Something ive learned along my rescue journey in recent months is who is reminding me of my value outside of what the world sees as my current 'productivity'.
When the world is saying "give me $10,000" but I only have $20, is that enough? Do you find the same amount of value in what i can give as I do? Or is it never enough...
I had some time to rest this week. It was so needed and so important to escape my defeated mind.
During this time, I received a text from someone whose opinion I deeply value due to their knowledge, experience, professionalism and gold standard level of care.
"Good morning. Just wanted to send a message to let you know how amazing Star is doing. She’s so happy! You have worked so hard to allow that girl to have a successful life. Proud of you!!"
I must have read that 20x over and cried.
I felt valued. I felt my efforts were FINALLY seen. I felt....relief.
That's not to say a lot of you on here dont encourage me (I had an amazing woman and supporter of the rescue, uplift me just last week in the middle of the soup and seasoning isle in Walmart, you know who you are 🩷) because you definitely do.
It hits a bit differently when a professional can see the commitment in your investment made in a dog from start to 'finish'.
She was there when we both werent in a good spot in life. She is there when we came out on the other side. She continues to be there to help us along our way.
Thank you for being a business we can undoubtedly trust.
Star completed her stay with Debbi today for the past 4 days when we were away and she came back a very happy dog. I can always trust that she provides her with plenty of exercise, training and love while we are away.
In the last few months I've gotten the privilege to see a side of Star i never have. She is starting to make new human friends and this is a big deal for the both of us.
She is slowly transforming and i do believe one day (maybe not soon because i am very picky haha) she will find a forever family that will be patient, understanding but yet supportive in her journey with the support of Debbi.
Many would have seen her as not suitable for rehoming but im so glad we've had the support and determination to keep pushing.
Quality of life matters here. For Star, and for us 🩷
