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Newsletter for Yorkie Rescue
June, 2016
"Green was the silence, wet was the light,
the month of June trembled like a butterfly."
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ytnr@yorkierescue.com Editor Julie Gedro Consulting Editor Mary Elizabeth Dugmore Technical Editors Laura Morrisey, Chris Dugmore, Danny Dugmore, Amalia Spaulding Paula Fonseca
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Editor's Message ~
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Over the last (nearly) 20 years of my career in Yorkshire Terrier National Rescue, my household has been characterized by a variety of configurations. For many consecutive years, I have had three Yorkies; mostly males. This is through no intentional engineering, but rather, the result of my going with the flow, which I do well. Currently, the Gedro configuration consists of me, and two males-Nicholas and Leiko. Somehow, my dogs create their own sense of community and communication with each other, and with me. We come into alignment with ease, love and intuition. My dogs go on vacations with me, they travel for work often with me, they have their favorite walks both in Syracuse and in Saratoga Springs (where my employer's headquarters is located). We have a rhythm that we love as a family. It is now time to experience an exiting transition, where all three of us will learn new patterns, new walks, new adventures, new people and new dog friends. After 13 wonderful years progressing through the tenure track at Empire State College, which is part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, here I am, embarking on a major change. I accepted the position of Associate Dean of Business. I thought that when I became a Full Professor (which means the highest one can rise as an academic), that my dreams had indeed come true. And yet, there is more ahead and I am so very grateful. Nicholas and Leiko get to share in my joy. I base so much of my life decisions, or related life decisions, upon the wellbeing of my boys. My new post will be at our beautiful new building in Rochester, New York, which is about 90 miles west of Syracuse (where we live now). Therefore, the boys and I are moving to Rochester at the end of this month. I selected a neighborhood that is extremely walkable and dog friendly, and I do think that the boys sense that we are in for a transition. I am excited for them (and me!) to experience Rochester, and to make new connections as I traverse my path in higher education. Similar to my progression in YTNR, I have hands-on experience as an individual contributor in my organization, and I am thrilled and humbled to have the opportunity to play a larger role of influence and strategy.
I suppose my passions have been rather steady throughout my life. I have loved animals since I can remember. I have also loved music, the outdoors, sports, literature, and in these my middle years, I have acquired a passion for travel. No matter the personality, physical conditions, or other factors related to dogs I have rescued, I have always loved them with everything I have. There have been some wonderful characters who have shared my home and stolen my heart. Each one of them has notched a particular chamber of my heart. I have loved each of them without condition. Somehow I think if you are reading this, you can relate. Therefore, this column is dedicated to changes that are wonderful and exciting, such as the ones I am experiencing; it is also dedicated to radical acceptance of oneself and others. Both dimensions of change (one is great; the other is the absence of needing someone to change) are delicious.
I can tell when I am loved and accepted, can't you tell when you are? I love you and accept you.
I leave you with an adapted version of the song "I Don't Want You to Change" by singer/songwriter Melissa Ferrick:
I don't want you to be
Anything but who you are
Don't change the way you talk (bark),
How you move or lose the friends (toys)
That got you this far.
So when you feel a hesitation
And think you know how I want you to be,
Remember,
I don't want you
I don't want you
I don't want you to change
I don't want you
I don't want you
I don't want you to change.
Anything.
Blessings,
Julie, Nicholas and Leiko Gedro
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Special Thanks to this month's Donors
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Thank You to the Many Wonderful Generous May Contributors
General Fund
Rochelle Tracey Karen Roff - in memory of PeeWee (April & May) Pieter Vermeulen Chantel Taylor Paul Sherman MaryElizabeth Dugmore Peanut Joanne Vogel JansNeatStuff Anita Hammond-Hammitt Michael Catanzaro Stephanie Jackson for Rudy Paula Fonseca for Rudy Janet Hopson for Rudy Cheryl Scrupski for Rudy Anne Hobbie for Rudy Paula Scott for Rudy Donna Poole for Rudy Hannelie Vermeulen for Rudy Lisa Anders-Ellison for Rudy Tony Medina for Rudy Miyuki Shinozuka for Rudy Diana Moss for Rudy Mary Jane Sanders for Rudy Sandy Chesnut for Rudy
Yorkie Angel Donors
Karin & Alan Nakashima*
Kathryn Schuller*
Pieter Vermeulen* MaryElizabeth Dugmore* Carla Pucket* Betty Jo Williams* Ron & Amalia Spaulding* Lisa Ellison* Lindsay Hardin* Bette Gae Dart* Hannelie Vermeulen*
* monthly donor
We couldn't do it without you...
The Yorkshire Terrier National Rescue Inc. is run solely on private donations and fund raising efforts made by people like you who love this Breed. We appreciate your support
We are a 501 (c) (3) organization, your donation is 100% tax deductible.
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We would Love your support!
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Walk for a Dog ~ A simple, year-round fundraising app!
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Don't just take your dog for a walk... Take your Walk for a Dog!
Go to WoofTrax.com, download the app, and support our rescue organization every time you walk your dog. We are listed under Yorkshire Terrier Rescue.
Using the "Walk for a Dog" app, you can help funnel funds into the right paws by doing nothing more than walking a dog -- yours or a virtual one.
Thank you so much for your support!
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 Mary-Margaret O'Brien ~ A TBT Post from My Blog
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 Thursday, March 19, 2015 - I woke up on the cedar chest at the foot of the bed and noticed it was getting light outside. Mom's still snoozing. I saw her foot sticking out from under the covers and decided it was time for her to get up, too. I hopped to the floor, stood on my tippy-toes and started boxing her foot like a prize fighter would a punching bag. "OW OW OW", she said. "Stop that. I don't have to get up until 8:00. Go use your piddle pad."
I sighed and curled up next to the dresser . Not being in the mood to use a piddle pad I figured I could wait another half hour. At eight sharp I started boxing her foot again and telling her in Doglish to wake up and get moving. Today is the day I see Miss Marilyn and get my hair done, nails trimmed, back rubbed, get a bubble bath, have a play date with Rocky or whoever else is there AND get a new ribbon. Last time it was lime green for Saint Paddy's day. Today will be a surprise.
Mom gets up and takes her pills, and then she opens the slider and I go out. This is the best part of my day, seeing who came by to see me last night. I check out the lawn and then patrol the perimeter of my domain. Sometimes it's possum, skunk or squirrel. Sometimes it's feral cats or gophers. I haven't seen any rats or mice for a long time, though. Then I come in and have my breakfast. Usually it's kibbles but sometimes Mom shares her oatmeal with me. Today, I got oatmeal, too. I LOVE oatmeal.
When we turn the corner to Miss Marilyn's place I get really excited and hop up and down. She's one of my best friends. I get the full treatment and Rocky was there today, too. So was Lucy, another Yorkie who looks just like me. We catch up on the neighborhood news and then wait for our moms to pick us up. My ribbon is cotton-candy pink, in case you're interested
On the way back to work Mom stops by Carl's Jr for lunch. She gets the special - 2 Super Stars for $5.00 and another 35 cents for cheese. I get a doggy burger (meat, no seasoning, no bun, nothing). At the office Mom gives one of the Super Stars to Marli who is there filing for us and she cuts up my meat for me. YUM. She already ate hers in the car (how rude as I was starving). Then Marli takes me for a walk. I read my "p-mail", take care of some business and then go back to work.
As I curl up in my work bed and start to nap, I hear "Mary-Margaret, you have a customer!". I get up and walk into the front office, say "Hello", get some scratchies and belly rubs from my client, and then go back to bed. Mom takes it from there. We work until about 7:30PM (which is way past my dinner time) and then I remind Mom that it's time to go home. I sit by the door and stare at her until she says "OK OK...I'm coming!". We grab the mail, turn off the lights, lock the door and go downstairs where I do another piddle before getting into my car seat for the drive home.
This was my day. I wish you all days full of love, peace, joy and productivity.
Until next month, stay well and be happy.
Love,
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2016 Annual Family and Friends Weekend ~ August 31 - September 4
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Come Join us for a delightful weekend of fun!!!
Yorkshire Terrier National Rescue is going to have
its Annual Family and Friends Weekend of Fun
08-31-16 to 09-4-16
Location: Sheraton Music City Hotel, Nashville, Tennessee
It is not too early to book your rooms as we have a certain number of rooms blocked. Saturday night is the Awards Dinner (September 3rd)
We will have the Hospitality Room from Thursday afternoon to Saturday afternoon.
To book your room just click here and it will take you to the Sheraton Music City Hotel booking space for Yorkshire Terrier National Rescue.
If you are having a problem with the link, just call the hotel and advise them that you are with the
YORKSHIRE TERRIER NATIONAL RESCUE GROUP
8-31-16 to 09-04-16
After you book it please send me an email so I can keep the count @ lilymaybel@yahoo.com
Below is the link:
Dear Yorkie Spicers and Yorkie Lovers
As you know, August will be upon us before you know it. I would like to chat about our Family and Friends gathering. Thursday September 1, arrival day for many. Our Hospitality Room will be open to gather and get together. Friday morning, September 2, is Yorkshire Terrier's Annual Board Meeting. It is an open meeting, anyone can attend, there will be a working breakfast. Time is 8:30am to 12 noon (approximately) Friday afternoon, September 2, gather in the Hospitality Room, Meet Faith Spaulding. Amalia and Ron's beautiful new baby 2pm to 4pm Friday night, September 2, we will have a Pizza Party 6 pm to ? We will be ordering various pizzas to quench everyone's taste. Saturday afternoon 1pm to 4pm FASHION SHOW we will have door prizes for the winners. ******AS WE GET CLOSER PLEASE LET ME KNOW HOW MANY OF OUR BEAUTIFUL BABIES WILL BE PARTICIPATING IN OUR FASHION SHOW***** If you need to go shopping for some new duds for the show, Corrine has a wonderful selection of attire. Saturday night, September 3, is our Award Dinner Salad Pecan Crusted Chicken with Apple Cornbread Stuffing finished with an Orange Glaze, Mashed Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans Chocolate Cake with Berry Coulis After dinner we will present our ANNUAL SMOKY AWARD FOR THE YORKIE RESCUE OF THE YEAR *****THE COST OF THE 2 DINNERS WILL BE THE SAME AS LAST YEAR. $125 PER PERSON Please send your check to: Patti Kushnir (MAKE CHECK PAYABLE TO YTNR) 19361 Brookhurst St Space 191 Huntington Beach, CA 92646 714 724 1710
Many thanks, looking forward to a great gathering.
Patti Kushnir YTNR Secretary
We are all looking forward to spending this especially fun weekend with old and new friends.
love...
MaryElizabeth
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Happy Endings
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Tiny Teddy has been adopted
Tiny Teddy is now a 'snow bird' and will live part time in Rancho Mirage, Ca and part time in Colorado.
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******HEAR YE - HEAR YE********
PRINCESS HAS BEEN ADOPTED
We would like to announce that our Fluffy Little Rescue, Princess, was adopted last weekend to a wonderful family in Illinois. Please send your good wishes to her for a long and happy life. Let us know how you are doing, Princess. We will miss you! ********************
I just received these darling photos from my former foster dog, Bella. Her name is now Cola. She won the Cutest Dog contest last Saturday. On May 16th they celebrated her 9th birthday.
It is so rewarding to see how well our former foster dogs are doing once they settle into their new homes. The people that choose to adopt our rescues are the BEST!
Paula
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We feel like the luckiest family in the world to have Pixel joining our household. We, unfortunately, have an active house with a 100 lb German shepherd who is dog aggressive, 2 children, a cat, a parakeet, a gerbil, and a geriatric dog. I just figured I would have to wait until our household calmed down before we could add a yorkie to our family. But then Pixel came along and he is the perfect fit. Everyone that meets Pixel loves him including Rudy, the shepherd. Within minutes of meeting Pixel, Rudy was licking him. Rudy absolutely loves him. They play constantly and Rudy will even play tug of war, chase - where Pixel chases Rudy , and wrestling- where Rudy lays on his side and Pixel pins him to the ground. They also cuddle together. Rudy loves to cuddle people but he would never cuddle with our other dog Gunner. So it was a shock to see Pixel curled up next to Rudy. Pixel is also super sweet to the cat. And Pixel even interacts with the parakeet. He sticks his nose into the cage and Sparkie tweets to him and gives him bird kisses. Pixel is an extremely active dog. But luckily he has plenty of individuals to play with him. As one member of the family gets tired, Pixel just moves on to the next playmate. This crazy active yorkie found his matching forever home with this crazy active family.
Thank You for opening your hearts and homes for these precious rescues and making their dreams come true!
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Supermodel Athena Maria Aphrodite
The Goddess of Wisdom and Love.....
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Have a very safe Summer ♥
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Messages from our Happy readers
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"Once again read the beautiful newsletter and took time to go back and look at all the pictures. Thanks to all that took part in making it amazing and happy times reading these newsletters. These last few weeks have been so sad as there have been many rough roads traveled with the sweet furbies and even travel made across rainbow bridge. We all know in our hearts that every effort was made to see these little ones were made comfortable no matter the outcome. When reading our newsletter and seeing the happy faces and the sweet eyes of the little rascals, beautiful pictures of our members, we know in our hearts all special love has been given one way or another by our group not only this last month from the April to May 2016 newsletter but back years and years. I just want to thank all that have given time and gifts to this beautiful yorkie saving group. I think of what if this group never existed and what would have occurred to all these precious ones taken care of by all these members. And of course there is the one, especially the one that keeps us all going month to month and has for years. Thanks to her and all of you and all of your efforts to save these babies so they will have a happier pain free better life, and also for your beautiful gifts to these babies to help them have all that is needed to see they are healthy and happy. And most definitely, thanks to all who took part in this months lovely newsletter. I look forward to them every month!" ~ Helen
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Neeko's Joke ;o)
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~ From a passenger ship, everyone can see a thin bearded man on a small island, shouting and desperately waving his hands.
"Who is it on that island?" a passenger asks the captain.
"I have no idea... but every year when we pass, he goes nuts like
that." ~
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Love to all,
Neeko ♥
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Thank you to the ASPCA for your support
In reference to Grant Project:
Treatment for Special Needs Dogs,
Made Possible by Lil BUB's Big Fund for the ASPCA
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Thank You LifeLine4Paws
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Every time we remember to say "thank you",
we experience nothing less than heaven on earth.
-- Sarah Ban Breathnach
Chris Hogan,
Executive Vice President
of the Hogan Family Foundation Inc,
is the Program Director of Lifeline-4-Paws.
She is a YTNR member and has generously supported
our rescue efforts, contributing tens of thousands of dollars
to over 120 of our dogs since 2007.
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