To the amazing friends who helped me through the tragic, senseless loss of Sheena and toward the amazing gift of Skyla, my gratitude can hardly be expressed with words, it fills every corner of my heart and soul. I am speechless at the generosity of those I know and those I've never even met. Sheena's life was beautiful and short. The mountain lion that took her has been destroyed after killing others' pets, and for that I am thankful that no other animals are in this kind of danger. Many have asked why I chose Skyla as a name. In my rage and despair and anger and guilt, I was only able to calm myself by looking up at the cloudless blue sky. It helped me to breathe, to see beyond my own pain into a greater universe and purpose. The pain is still deep, but Skyla (which means "shield" and "shelter") is helping me to heal. She is much different from Sheena in her personality. She is a true mama's girl. I will protect her with my life. Theresa Gorduyn and her family and the members of her kennel, (Rich, Brett) who were there to see me through that black day are forever in my debt. Those who have written to me privately, who have called, who have sent flowers and brought food...I will do anything for you, day or night. To be a part of Theresa kennel operation is a miraculous gift. My love for all of you knows no bounds. It is as wide as the sky. With my eternal love, Michelle (PS: more photos to come, including Skyla enjoying her first experience with snow, and a very special Smilebox honoring all of you.)
A Video of Skyla & Renzo....She's a herdin dawg! http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=2135256057858
To the amazing friends who helped me through the tragic, senseless loss of Sheena and toward the amazing gift of Skyla, my gratitude can hardly be expressed with words, it fills every corner of my heart and soul. I am speechless at the generosity of those I know and those I've never even met. Sheena's life was beautiful and short. The mountain lion that took her has been destroyed after killing others' pets, and for that I am thankful that no other animals are in this kind of danger. Many have asked why I chose Skyla as a name. In my rage and despair and anger and guilt, I was only able to calm myself by looking up at the cloudless blue sky. It helped me to breathe, to see beyond my own pain into a greater universe and purpose. The pain is still deep, but Skyla (which means "shield" and "shelter") is helping me to heal. She is much different from Sheena in her personality. She is a true mama's girl. I will protect her with my life. Theresa Gorduyn and her family and the members of her kennel, (Rich, Brett) who were there to see me through that black day are forever in my debt. Those who have written to me privately, who have called, who have sent flowers and brought food...I will do anything for you, day or night. To be a part of Theresa kennel operation is a miraculous gift. My love for all of you knows no bounds. It is as wide as the sky. With my eternal love, Michelle (PS: more photos to come, including Skyla enjoying her first experience with snow, and a very special Smilebox honoring all of you.)
A Video of Skyla & Renzo....She's a herdin dawg! http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=2135256057858
