After sharing the last couple of posts about the quiet ways animals benefit us, I have been thinking about how animals naturally slow us down. They live fully in the present moment, and when we spend time with them, we often find ourselves there too. Like me this morning getting a later start because my meows deserved some attention. Or was that demanded... same thing in cat language. I am inviting you to join me this weekend by stepping outside for a few minutes and noticing the animals around you. Watch the birds. Listen for the sounds of wildlife. Spend a little extra time with a pet. Sometimes the smallest moments reconnect us to something peaceful. Little acts add up. Heading out now for some me/nature time. Enjoy your Saturday. 😊

Just a quick fun post to celebrate these little creatures. Frogs play such an important role in our ecosystems and are often a sign of a healthy environment. Plus… they are just fun to watch and their songs are joy to lull you asleep. 😊 If you hear one today, take a moment to listen and send some love. Little acts add up. This is a gift from my coworker. How sweet is this!

This past Monday, I joined a live “Happy Hour Hangout” hosted by @Americo Da Costa from the Your Stage Community. It was open to non-members, and I quietly popped in while I was at work, earbuds in and incognito. I didn’t really know what I was getting myself into when I heard Americo say hello, and I slipped into another room to unmute and let him know I was just in the background. I then found out I had joined the livestream. I had the choice to go listen quietly on YouTube, but in the back of my mind I figured I was already there, I could say hi, talk for a couple of minutes about Empowering Animals, and go. It was the first time I’ve ever done something like that, and I was definitely nervous. But once I started talking about Empowering Animals, something shifted. The nerves settled, and it just felt right. Americo made me feel completely comfortable and gently guided me when I got stuck, which meant more than I can really put into words. I ended up talking with Americo for about 30 minutes about Empowering Animals and its mission. What I didn’t know at the time was that I was his first guest. Afterward, he offered to share the recording on his social media platforms. I was honestly a little speechless and overwhelmed by his generosity. It felt like one of those moments where something bigger is at work, and it opened a door for the animals to be seen and supported in a new way. If you have a few minutes, I’d love for you to check out the link below and show Americo some love and appreciation for creating this space and supporting the animals. Here’s the link: https://open.substack.com/pub/yourstage/p/the-day-our-community-stepped-into?utm_source=share&utm_medium=android&r=2truzn Thank you for being here and for caring about the animals alongside me.

March 23rd is National Puppy Day and Cuddly Kitten Day 🤍 A gentle reminder of how much love, comfort, and joy these little souls bring into our lives. If you have a special furry one in your life, give them an extra cuddle today. ❤️ They never ask for much… just love.

Did you have any amazing animal moments today? 😊 Share in the comments below.