Thursday, February 07, 2008 Angels Among Us... "The little Things?" " The little Moments?" "They aren't Little.." -Steven Potter Children never cease to amaze me and this little girl is one I am very proud to know.. Her name is Jacey and she is 4.  She is my youngest foster angel:) The day these pictures were taken, she said to me: "Miss Bernie" I am going to be working for you for a very long time, because I love aminals:) As you can see, they love her too!!   These are her new foster pups, last I heard, she was teaching school to them. Jacey's grandparents have become very dear friends in a very short time... They are all animal lovers and give their hearts and souls to helping anything in need. More amazing kids are "Sam" & his friends from Minnesota. Sam decided to have his friends donate to my rescue, instead of receiving presents for his birthday...  WOW!!!  I was just floored by his generous heart. The world is changing and our young people will make that change!! Parents leading, teaching and supporting their children make all the difference. I applaud you all!!! Sam, did I mention.. "You ROCK!!!" Thanks a million!!! And Last but not least a very special Thank YOU to Beth North.. She, her daughter Mia, who is just a wee little one and her mother, all made the most wonderful items to sell at an art show with proceeds going to "A Place To Bark" this past holiday season. Beth has been another Angel to me..   She is a metalsmith and made me a keychain that I carry daily.   The inscription keeps me going, even at my lowest times.. Forever, I am grateful for you all, who are with me in spirit daily:) We have much in this world that brings sorrow.. What we must focus on is everyday blessings, thru people and their good and gracious actions. They are those that redeem the negativity of this world.   The negative on a daily basis can bring us down, but good actions, that we know about and participate in, brings us strength.   My grandfather use to tell me when I would get down and want to give up, was that misery loves company and the only way for evil to prevail is for good people to do nothing.   So everyday, find something good in the world, be it your little ones or the fuzzy companion who depends on you, you make the difference!!! Off to the next post.. :: posted @ 10:16 AM by Bernie Berlin:: COMMENTS: What awesome, selfless kids! Love it! Growing up we lived on a goat farm (with other random livestock & pets)...the closest neighbor was miles away, so many times the animals were my only companions to play with. I had my mom hang a small chalkboard in one of the goat pens so I could "teach" school to my pupils! :) Good memories. # posted by  Funky Finds : February 07, 2008 2:33 PM   You Rock! and so do those kiddos. I am going to try to come meet you in Chicago. I hope! I hope! # posted by  louloupink : February 07, 2008 7:40 PM   What awesome kids!!!!! When are you coming to Chicago? I live in the western 'burbs! # posted by  Latharia : February 14, 2008 10:12 AM   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 Chicago Snow Storm we're still winners!!! Whew!!!! WOW!!! and Ohhhh my gosh!!!! direct link to donate THE COUNTDOWN HAS BEGUN!!! Something to Smile About!!! 4 MORE DAYS!! Stay Tuned!! 9 MORE DAYS!!! KEEP SPREADING THE WORD!! 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