A Good News Story

Greetings my friends,

I was speaking with a friend in the Northeast the other day and she mentioned that the winter was just getting too long and gray. I shared this story with her and she said it made her feel so much happier. So, it occurred to me that you might like some sunshine, as well. 

I have just kicked off a new program at Alaqua Animal refuge, where I have shared Jin Shin Jyutsu for over 13 years now. This idea actually came to me in a dream and now that it is up and kicking, it feels like dream come true! Once a month I, along with a handful of wonderful volunteers, are taking dogs from the refuge on a “field trip” to a nearby senior living facility to spread some joy, while socializing the dogs. Over the months, the residents will learn some simple JSJ to help balance them as well as some holds to share with the pups!

And as if that was not enough fun… I got a phone call from the facility afterwards. I was just tickled when the woman I work with there explained that the residents were still talking about the visit. She went on to tell me that they have a cooking class every couple of weeks. A group of the residents had come to her to ask if they could make dog treats for our next visit. Boy, did I say yes! I will let you know how the peanut butter with oatmeal, pumpkin and bone broth frozen bites go over with the doggie ambassadors!

Now admit it… you are smiling, yes? 

With love,

Adele, Giannina Mia, Carmen, Sirocco & Teja Leas