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                                                                                                                                           Fate brought us together, or so it seems in the meeting of the Cox family.  Back in October, Terry and I visited the Ronald MacDonald House at the A.I. DuPont Children’s Hospital with the First State Corvette Club. While everyone was preparing breakfast I went from table to table talking with the families and giving hats and toys to the kids. All of the families were so nice and dispite their situations, were happy just to be with their families. One of those families was the Cox family from Kentucky. We had just returned from a trip to Kentucky so we had a lot to talk about.

     In April the Corvette Club returned to the house to prepare breakfast. As I walked into the dining room a familiar face caught my attention, it was Shirley. We were instantly drawn to each other like two long lost friends. Tony and Shirley bring their children, Ethan and Jewell to the hospital for treatment several times a year, sometimes staying two or three weeks at a time. In our earlier visit they talked about the hardships of medical bills and keeping a job when you have to take off so much time from work. People have no idea what these families go through.  The Cox family will be returning to Delaware in June and we are hoping to make plans for an enjoyable visit.  Ethan and Jewell are hoping to visit our horses and maybe take a ride.  Riding lessons are very expensive, they average $25.00 an hour. Theraputic riding programs cost double and sometimes triple that amount. Terry and I are excited about our future visit with the Cox family. I forsee a long friendship in the making!

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   The First State Corvette Club returned to the Ronald MacDonald House at the A.I. DuPont Children’s Hospital in Wilmington, Delaware for a visit. The group prepared breakfast for the house guests and I got to visit with all the families.  With it being Easter weekend the club donated bunnies to be given to all the children. As usual, I had a few more goodies of my own which included hats with cool colored flames and little race car action figures.  Some of the stories I heard are heartbreaking. We are lucky to have hospitals such as this one, with many dedicated staff. Unlike our visit in October, this time there was a full house. Fortunately, many of the children were preparing to go home. I look forward to my next visit and next time, at their request, I will have a better selection of hats for the girls.

Pictured above: A group photo of the First State Corvette Club of Delaware with patient, Jewell Cox of Kentucky. Below:  Jowana Lamb (that’s me!) with Caitlyn Lewullis of Effort PA..  Both girls are real sweethearts!

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A beautiful view of the falls!

This sign warns hikers of the dangers of rapid waters!

       We had a beautiful day to do some rock climbing at Rock Island State Park. Terry was feeling quite adventurous as we hiked off the beaten path. So much so, that we almost forgot the way back. It was amazing to walk over rocks that were  covered in water during rainy seasons. You could get so close to the water, one slip and you could be a goner!  There is a sign warning about the dangers of the quickly rising water and if you heard the siren, you better head for higher ground in a hurry. We thought about what would happen if that siren went off.  After returning to the motorhome we drove over to the other side of the falls for a different view. Just as we were getting out of the motorhome what did we hear? The sirens!  Fortunately, they were working on them, no emergency. I still was glad that didn’t happen when we were on the rocks, I might have had a heart attack!

              It’s a known fact that people who have pets live happier lives.  With the suffering economy more and more pet owners struggle to care and feed their pets which often leads to neglect or giving them up. This has resulted in an increase in the number of animals being dropped off to shelters and horse rescues are over flowing with horses no longer wanted, many neglecting hoof, dental and basic care.

     I would like to take a moment to thank all of those people who put in their time, money and heart into saving these animals and finding them homes.  Over the past few weeks I have met several people  personally and through e-mail who have shelters and rescues.  These organizations depend on the community to help support their financial needs and I hope if you are able, in any way, you will find some way to be part of their success.

    At the Reading Horse & Pet Expo in PA., I met Pax Vlietstra of the Pike County Humane Society in Milford, Pa., I also spoke with someone at the booth for Last Chance Ranch Horse Rescue. T.D. Cats of the World, a rescue for exotic felines and wildlife brought three baby tigers. They were just beautiful. They have an educational program and are open to the public.  Several organizations have contacted me through e-mail and are certainly worth mentioning, Paws and Claws Animal Shelter of Aurora, NY, Hearts on Noses, a mini pig sanctuary in British Columbia, Canada and Gallastar Equine Center who also uses pigs in their equine assisted  psychotherapy for children and young adults with behavioral and emotional difficulties. I also read about Rainhill Equine Facility, a beautiful rescue in Kentucky. Check out their web-sites! 

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