For the last two years, John and I (along with my mom) have traveled to Utah in September to spend some time volunteering at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary in Kanab. This has got to be the most heavenly place on Earth!!!!!! I have never felt such peace and love in one place before. Best Friends is truly magical. So this year John and I have decided to go again for our five year anniversary. We are hoping to spend some time in the puppy facility (newly opened) for “puppy socialization”….and maybe some time at “Old Friends” where the senior dogs live. Unfortunately, we are going to be there too early for the monthly blessing, but since we’ve gone before, we have an idea of what we expect to miss (lots of tears and prayers for all the animals that have passed away during the month). You can actually feel their spirits around you as hundreds of wind-chimes play their sweet tune….it is so incredibly moving.
Here are a few photos from one of our visits to Best Friends…
Welcome Center
And John getting a little lovin’ from a caretaker’s puppy…so cute, look at those eyes!!!!
Angel’s Rest..the most beautiful place for all the dearly departed. Just so peaceful. The gate was designed by one of the Best Friends founders, Cyrus Mejia, who is also an incredible animal artist!
And a view of Angel’s Rest from above…
And last, but not least, me…I absolutely LOVE this place!!!!
