Welcome to the Monday after Easter. I hope you had a great weekend full of family, fun, and friendship, and that you are looking forward to a successful week ahead. What do you want to accomplish this week? Are you just trying to 'make it' through? Or do you have a definite purpose and goal for what you want your life to look like in 1 year, 5 years, 30 years? Take a moment to think about that, and then, imagine what you can do this week, to get you a little bit closer to that dream life.

I imagine the 4 explorers on the Artemis II right now, marveling at their accomplishment, that after years of dreaming, they actually made it. They are as I write this, out in space breaking barriers and taking humans further than we have ever been before. It's a very exciting time to be alive, there is much to look forward to.

But no matter how much technology we have, there is a place inside of us which will always crave nature, the outdoors, and marveling at the wonder of animals. Am I right? If you, too, feel that deep pull towards the awe and wonder of animals, from the little chirping birds to the power of horses, then you are in the right place.

Today I am grateful for the 4 astronauts on the Artemis II and for the risks they are taking for all of us. I am grateful for television so we can learn about and appreciate their journey and what it means for all people on earth. I am grateful I had a fun Easter weekend taking some much needed down time just for myself. I am grateful I am safe, whole, and have a body ready to propel me through this day. I am grateful for my shoes. And I am grateful for the people who help me, from the volunteers who came to look at my tractor so we can try to get it fixed (and the horse pen cleaned), to my employees, friends, and family. I am blessed and grateful.

What about you? What are you grateful for today? What are you looking forward to? You know, since you woke up today the world has something special in store for you, even when things seem most bleak. And if they do seem difficult, just remember to hug yourself, a friend, or even just an image of a beautiful animal in your mind to give you strength, and hope. Be kind to yourself, and others. Everyone is going through something, animals help make it easier.

​And if you have questions about your animals, that is what I am here for! Have a wonderful day my Animal Loving Angel friend, take care of yourself, and enjoy the day!

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