A Sweet Pause…

…from my daily routine of decorating and painting and furniture re-doing to bring you this heartwarming story. I follow (and donate and sometimes volunteer when I can) to this amazing organization, Sweet Paws Rescue.

Based in Groveland, Mass., it is the brainchild of founder Cynthia Sweet, who witnessed first-hand during the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina just how many puppies, dogs and strays are uncared for and lost, not just after a natural disaster, but on a daily basis. They continually post pics of adorable, but often abused and abandoned canines (and felines!) that are transported from southern states and are then in turn, fostered and eventually adopted into permanent, loving homes by this incredible organization. Today’s story, however, has a bit of a sad and different twist. This beautiful elderly lab, Sunny,

Sunny was owned by a local man who had fallen on hard times and was homeless and living in his car near the Sweet Paws facility. Suffering through yet another freezing winter, the man decided it would be safer and more comfortable for the aging dog to live out her final years in a warm, loving home. So, he surrendered her to Cynthia and her Sweet Paws family so that they could find her a home. Can you even imagine the heartbreak of not only being homeless, but also having to give up your one constant-a loyal and loving companion? But he did, and Sweet Paws has been assisting Sunny with medical care and finding a new home…but they also have been working with Elder Services of the Merrimack Valley to assist his owner, who is now safe in a local shelter and awaiting some permanent housing options. Now, Sweet Paws Rescue has turned to their loyal following, requesting donations, not only for the medical care of Sunny, but also to help this man get back on his feet. If you have a chance, head over to the Sweet Paws FB page and read the story, share it with your friends and family and donate if you can. And when you think of Sunny, remember how blessed you truly are if you have a roof over your head, plenty of food and loved ones to care for you in your darkest hour.