hope

I was placing a book I just finished reading back on the shelf when the spine of one of my old friends called my name. The title is "hope rising" and if you've never read it, you should. There are some stories that will make you smile, some that will make you laugh, and then there are those which will make even the most cynical tear up. I was given this book by a dear friend of mine, because she knew my love of horses. The whole book is stories from a place called Crystal Peaks Youth Ranch, which devotes itself to saving both people and horses. Similar to may other rescues, its goal is to find horses in need and help bring them to a safe place and train them to trust again. It also has the joy of rescuing people at the same time. Each horse is paired with one trainer and one damaged child. Then the miracle of healing begins. I marvel at the resilience of both man and beast each time I read one of these amazing stories.

Money is lean around here, but my hubby and I are making a commitment to donate to their cause. And I'm not out soliciting donations for them, although I wouldn't discourage you from it, I'm just hoping that this will help you think of those people and places in your life that both reach out and need reaching out to. It only takes a word or gesture to show that you care and make some one's day. And if you feel impressed to donate, just remember that every penny counts, and that your gift may make all the difference.