When i worked at Fred Meyer, after i hurt my wrist i was put on light duty, which meant standing at the front door for 8 hours greeting customers. Often times humans would tie theirdoggiesoutside while they did some shopping. i was so bored, i'd go outside and talk to the doggies, to calm them while they waited. If the doggies were friendly, i'd pet them so they'd relax.
Problem was when i came home. Even if i washed my hands, SADDI could still smell another doggie on me. Though she was happy to see me, it was short lived and she became upset that i had clearly paid attention to another doggie.
i'd have to change my clothes completely before SADDI would truly welcome me home.
SAISAR unlimited foundation seeks to raise funds for those struggling with vet cost. No one should be denied services because of their financial limits and no one should have to suffer either.
Happily and proudly married queer male to my beautiful partner Devon. My love and inspiration for a wonderful life is Saisar Saddi Berrong (February 28, 1996 to August 9, 2009), a very beautiful, spoiled and loyal chow/lab mix. (SADDI is far more human and humane than most of the 'humans' we have encountered within my life) I am an award winning poet (Famous Poets Society 1996) with a strong passion for photography. Devon and I are planning to open our own gallery to highlight not only our own talents, but those who are not yet known within the arts community. Everyone needs a beginning and we want to encourage that space and confidence for others. I am also a writer, currently working on a book about my life, the struggles and overwhelming joys.
But right now my direction in life has shifted because of my precious SADDI's death. The SAISAR unlimited foundation will work to raise funds for people struggling with vet bills. We will also gather supplies to give to dogs, who along with their humans, are homeless. The memory of SADDI will live on by the good that can be done within the community.
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