Applaude With Your Wallet

I wasn't going to post this but as the animal lover, Birkenstock wearing, tree hugger I am...Go away if you don't like it!

This blog made me think of all the 'Solos' who do some mighty amazing things when their back is against the wall. Here's the heading for their blog:

You can adopt an Australian Purebred Merino Sheep for only $35. Your "donation" will provide essential hay and grain for 100 days, as the farm family battle the worst drought in 1000 years. Your sheep will love you for it. Simply click the MAKE A DONATION button on the left of your screen and let the PayPal system do the rest. It would make a terrific Christmas gift!

Michael Kiely and his family are caught in that "worst than locusts" drought in Australia. Since this is his family's source of income (and probably dinner), I was immediately taken with the fortitude (for you folks that hate big words - guts!) it takes to follow your heart. No, I don't know if he inherited the business but what I do know...he sticks with it!

I'm including the link for 2 reasons:

1. Read the story behind this very interesting family business.

2. Make a donation! Remember: Sometimes $35 is all it takes to make a huge difference in someone else's life.

Here's the link: Adopt A Sheep

That's it and I leave you with this thought:

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