What inspires you to give your time to Living Grace Canine Ranch? In what capacity do you serve? 

I started with Living Grace in 2020 after I saw the online story about Rhonda and her mission. I lost my little guy Linus the previous year, and I knew I had more dog love to give – so volunteering fit nicely. Senior and health compromised dogs need love and attention, and Living Grace makes that possible.

When I started in late 2020, I was part of the deep cleaning crew. At the time, we only had the small dog house which included 14 apartments. In early 2022, we started using the ShelterLuv database, which I took on as the administrator and did the database entry. I have also filled in where needed at the Ranch and during events.  

If you were to run a National ad campaign to share the mission of LGCR, what would you want everyone to know? 

When sharing about Living Grace, I tell people that it is a “nursing home for senior dogs.” That seems to help everyone understand what we do. I would want everyone to know that senior dogs provide love to us until their last day; and we are better people when we are there for them.

What is your favorite TV show or a binge watched series and why?

I have so many favorites. Lately, I have been enjoying “Paradise”, which is well-written with plot twists that are not expected. I also like “The Last of Us”, with it’s witty writing and the two well-played main characters.   

What is something interesting about you that not many people know? 

I have been to 72 countries and will add three more this year.  All have been interesting, some have been incredible, and some I would never go back to again. I also lived in Phnom Pehn, Cambodia for five months after I retired. I wanted to challenge myself with a different living experience, and I certainly accomplished that!