Wednesday, November 01, 2006 With Gratitude... As the seasons are changing and I take a moment to reflect over the year that is quickly passing, I'm so very grateful... For good friends, new friends, animal lovers, artists who give so lovingly of their time and talents, fellow rescuers and those of you that read my blog. The kind notes, donations, stories of beloved pets and all the good energy that has been sent my way, keep me doing what I'm doing. I know I've said it before and I'll say it again, I don't think you can say Thank you or appreciate others too much.. Lately I've been doing a more than usual, so much so, I've lost 12 pounds this last month without really trying:) I haven't posted much lately do to the overwhelming number of animals we have taken in. I think this next transport will be the biggest one yet. I couldn't do it without the constant support, so THANK YOU ALL for making these trips possible. Costly as they are, it saves lives and that is priceless.. Please know that even though, I don't post as often as I should and am constantly behind, my thoughts are with all of you.. It's tough being a one person rescue, but I'm working on that and will be merging my rescue with another, so that I have help and vice, versa. These past few years have had a learning curve, learning what my limits are, the hardships of running a rescue, time management and the financial challenges. With dreams and doing things that make a difference, we learn, hard as things can be at times, we have to start somewhere and with time our dreams can come true... This I believe and the past years have shown true. It all starts with intention. The puppy mill dogs are finally in the last stages of criminal case and will be going to new homes soon. I've taken part in helping to care for them, while they were being warehoused during the court proceedings. Their little eyes grab at your soul and you're heart is never quite the same again.. This is a local update and at the bottom is film footage. If you watch closely, you'll see a quick cameo of me applying for one of the dogs. The little one that stole my heart and that I was applying for, when they were filming is a geriatric Chihuahua named Daisy. She stole my heart.. Tiny, old, all teeth gone and just needing a soft place to lay & someone to pamper her.. If I get her, she'll be my little muse, spending her time with me in my art studio. Click here to see update on local coverage of the puppymill dogs. The Humane Society of The United States & Nashville Humane has played such a big part in helping these animals. The teams of vets that came from all parts of the country to fix the hundreds of animals are part of the HSUS team. I'm proud to recommend both organizations if you are looking to donate to good causes. Click here to see updated HSUS report on the puppymill dogs. Art Auction News: I have amazing artwork!! Thanks to all the wonderful artists that give so unselfishly!!! These stories that I write with the happy endings are because of people like you... By working together we can make great things happen for the animals:) Here are a few items to get excited about!! I'm working on getting it up and running. I have my paperwork in to Mission Fish, so soon we will be official on E-bay if anyone wants to auction in our name. I'll keep you posted on our progress.. I just received my authors copy of my New ATC Book. I'm pretty excited and hope that if you are going to purchase it, you will do so, by just clicking the Amazon link in my sidebar. The rescue will get then get proceeds from the sale.. Every little bit helps!! I'm currently working on a new book for the upcoming year, it will be on Egg art. A bit of everything for the egg enthusiast. Gotta run.. Will post new faces and stories later tonite. Blessings and Light to Everyone of you!!! :: posted @ 3:04 AM by Bernie Berlin:: COMMENTS: AwwWWW! Bernie! I saw you applying for Miss Daisy!! I HOPE you get your sweet Daisy!!! Keep us posted! Love and prayers to YOU and Jeff and all the critters! Thank YOU! for doing what YOU do!!! oxoxox # posted by  turquoise cro : November 01, 2006 1:45 PM   So happy to hear the puppy mill rescued pups will soon be able to go to loving homes. You, your husband & all the pets are always in my heart! # posted by  Funky Finds : November 01, 2006 3:03 PM   cannot wait until the auction begins!! i will be out of town but am taking the laptop to keep tabs on the auction!! i hope to get to your wonderful place next year... take care sweet girl and love for all that you and your hubby-jeff do from me and my pack... xoxo~k # posted by  Anonymous : November 01, 2006 4:18 PM   cannot wait until the auction begins!! i will be out of town but am taking the laptop to keep tabs on the auction!! i hope to get to your wonderful place next year... take care sweet girl and love for all that you and your hubby-jeff do from me and my pack... xoxo~k # posted by  Anonymous : November 01, 2006 4:19 PM   OMG!!! Bernie!!! The left hand page of the ATC book you opened- has my ATC on it!!!!! And I just got mine back from Northlight- wow..super neat people to work with- my mental gears are turning for a possible proposal. anyway - just read through your latest blog notes...the animals and their stories and YOU- are SOOO amazing. May hugs and love and many halo's surround you always....love and love XXOXOXOXO # posted by  Corinne : November 06, 2006 8:34 PM   Post a Comment << Home

about me Name:Bernie Berlin From:Tennessee, United States I'm a mixed media artist specializing in Faberge Style Eggs, Author of "Artist Trading Card Workshop" and am currently working on 2 new books. I run a full-time dog rescue, taking in the dogs that have been abandoned, abused or police confiscated. I quarantine, foster, retrain, transport & adopt. Cats are also welcome at my rescue. I am drawn to the unwanted, unloved and misunderstood. Hoping to educate and effect change for the animals that do not have a voice of their own. Visit my web site at www.aplacetobark.com View my complete profile SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER!   what i'm doing right now follow A Place to Bark on Twitter how you can help latest videos Loading... more ways to help START USING GOOD SEARCH: A Place to Bark earns a penny every time you search the Internet using Good Search! So next time you want to search for something, click the link above! Thank you! ITEMS WE ARE IN NEED OF: Towels, blankets, toys, collars, leashes, crates, food, treats, very small baby bottles, milk replacement, bleach, 1 microscope, 1 baby scale, 1 stethoscope, muzzles, pet beds. SHIP ITEMS TO: Bernie Berlin "A Place To Bark" PO BOX 649 Portland, TN 37148 615-681-2631 Every little bit helps, it is ALL appreciated!! All donations are tax deductible. A Place to Bark is a 501(c)(3) registered non-profit, tax-exempt charitable organization. Donations are tax deductible. All monies and items go directly to the care of the animals. Donations can also be made directly to help with medical cost for " A Place To Bark": The Critter Clinic Clinic 522 W. Main Street Gallatin, TN 37066 615-452-1477 Saukville Veterinary Clinic 303 W. Dekora Saukville, WI 53080 262-284-7000 Any U.S. Bank Location Just tell the teller that you would like to make a donation to "A Place To Bark Inc." Checks or Credit Card donations accepted Thank You! video about my rescue registered non-profit A Place to Bark is a 501(c)(3) registered non-profit, tax-exempt charitable organization. Donations are tax deductible. products T SHIRTS AND MORE! Support rescued animals -- shop at A Place to Bark's NEW CafePress Store! ARTIST SUPPLIES Bernie has created amazing clip art sheets to use in your art and craft projects from her stash of vintage images. •collage sheet set 1 •collage sheet set 2 All proceeds go toward the care of the animals. BOOKS Bernie's NEW Book! Now available from Amazon.com! Buy any book from Amazon by clicking here and a percentage will benefit my rescued animals!! medical supplies needed DOG MEDICAL SUPPLIES NEEDED: • Duramune Max 5-CvK Distemper/Parvo Vaccine $94.99 • Monoject Needles 71-645 3cc RL - 22x3/4- Box/100 $12.99 • Progard KC Bordatella Vaccine $52.99 • Panacur C-dewormer $4.89 • Frontline CAT MEDICAL SUPPLIES NEEDED: • Eclipse 4 (Box of 25 Doses) $39.99 • Syringe with Needle 71-802 25x5/8 LL, Box/100$14.99 previous posts Operation Animal Hope Feline Friends.. Home again, home again.. Hitting the Road.. Puppy Love: Giggles, Pinky, Sophie More at the Zoo.. Transports adopted.. Donations Needed.. Love a Pug.. 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