2021 ANIMAL STORIES MAGAZINE

Page 4 2021 PET MAGAZINE LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JANUARY 21, 2021 https://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=2AkLE4X-bbU How much is that doggie in the window - Patti Page One of the loveliest words in our English language is the word “adoption,” not because it is particularly poetic (does anything actually rhyme with adoption?), or because the word sounds beautiful. Adoption is a lovely word because of the mechanics it represents. When we adopt an animal, we make that animal part of us. It is an action of commitment, relationship love and devotion. Our theme in this edition of the Animal Stories magazine is “Animal Adoption,” the process of desiring, seeking and finally filling a hole in our lives. When we adopt an animal, it is always a rescue! And often we are the ones who are rescued. Finding the right animal, the right pet, begins in your heart. You open your life to include the possibility that another life in your life might be just right. And so you begin making room, creating accommodations, hatching plans, having hopes and experiencing joys. There are many opportunities for adoption: the cat that shows up at your back door cold and starving, the dog that a family had to give up at animal control or a shelter, and of course pure bred animals from breeders. All of these are valid choices. Follow your heart. We have included articles in this edition of Animal Stories magazine to support you in your quest for animal adoption and make it a success. We wish you the very best. [LDN]