As the holidays continue to sneak up on us all, it always makes me think of people that will not get the chance to have a relaxing holiday with the ones they love.
On the same token, it also makes me think of all the people who dedicate their lives to helping others.

Last night, I got the opportunity to get together with a large group of people who are always helping others. Last night was the WACDL ball. WACDL, which stands for the Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, is, well just that, an association for criminal defense lawyers.

However, one person especially stood out at this event, Teresa Mathis. Mathis is the WACDL executive director and gives countless hours to this organization.

Last night she was awarded for her work.

“Without her, we would be nothing,” said current president Kevin Curtis.
Teresa organizes everything for the WACDL, she is like a mother and friends to hundreds of attorneys.

WACDL is celebrating its’ 20th anniversary this year and Teresa has been there for it all.

“The best thing I ever did as president,” said Richard Hansen, the first WACDL president, “was hire Teresa…lets toast to another 20 years.”

It is nice to see people who have interests that are on a bigger picture than their personal needs.

Great work Teresa!

Until next time,

C

I’ve been an animal lover my whole life. So, when I found a special, non-profit organization, dedicated to saving the lives of un-lucky dogs, I knew I had come across a gem.

Ginger Luke, founder of Ginger’s Pet Rescue, specializing in “death row” dogs, has dedicated countless amounts of time and energy to saving the dogs.

Death row dogs are dogs that are in shelters, and would be euthanized if they could not find a home. It is not because they are bad dogs, but usually they are old or the shelter is just too full. Ginger finds these dogs “forever homes.”

“It’s all about a miracle,” she said in response to finding the dogs the perfect home in time.

Ginger posts the dogs and their story on petfinder.com and has an extensive application process to get them all good homes.

So far, Ginger’s Pet Rescue has saved over 500 dogs.

So next time you’re looking for the perfect pet (I know all the Seattleites are pet lovers), consider saving a dog’s life. I assure you, they will be grateful.

Until next time,

C