From Jim: Every morning, we are given a new day. The critters here know that they'll see the "food horse" and spend their hours being what they were made to be. The sanctuary's deep sense of peace and security is because our resident animals give that to this piece of ground. They go about their lives without resentment or hostility or fear. They show us how to live. When it all seems a little much and starts to weigh me down, I consider what they've faced and how they engage the new opportunities of another day. We are often asked how we handle the anger we have over what's been done to these wonderful creatures. Truth is, we don't have time or energy for anger. The notion of vengeance or retribution is just not part of the sanctuary state of mind. We support those who are charged with that responsibility, law enforcement, animal control, humane officers, and so on. We take a strong stand against inhumane treatment of animals-horse slaughter or all-kill animals shelters, or the veal industry and so on. We don't dwell on those issues as they can sap our energy and we need all we have to care for the herd. When we have visitors we insist that they respect the peace and quiet of this place. We insist that we do the same. Gentleness and kindness and a loving way are the expected behaviors around here. It's a pretty good way to live. Oh! and go love on your horse. You'll both enjoy it.
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