I came to the shelter one day to find Bella.  She was surrendered by owners that could no longer care for her.  She was old, undernourished and unkempt - and no one wanted to adopt her.

 

 

Through the efforts of many giving people, she was rescued, cleaned up, and was adopted by a wonderful couple who cherish her love.  I thought you might like to see Bella today.

 

Bella is dancing

under auroras

running through clover

and dreaming the day

 

chasing the wind

and trying to retrieve it

across wooded meadows

and the beach of the bay

 

or laying at my feet

in the cool of the evening

content to be close

where our spirits can blend

 

oh Bella my beauty

living up to your duty

your presence has blessed me

you are my best friend. 

 

Author: Mel Smith