2008
Born March 1990 / Rescued 9/12/1991 - Passed away 7/30/2008
Last summer, in preparation for Kamin's Bar Mitzvah, he asked me to help him find a place where he could work with animals to complete his service hours. I ran across In-Sync Exotics in Wylie and a very special lady name Vicky (the owner) who was willing to train Kamin, Fayne and I to help out around her facility. We had such a great time getting to know the many cats that we kept volunteering well beyond Kamin's required service hours. Even today, we try to sneak away as often as we can to go spend time helping out Vicky, her husband Eddie and those amazing cats.
Tahoe was the first cat Vicky rescued and holds a special place in evryone who volunteers there's hearts. I am grateful to have shared some time with her and will miss her loving nature.
From the announcement - "We are all incredibly sad to lose this member of our family, but we know that Tahoe is now reunited with her beloved Ranger, and is probably giving him a long-overdue bath, much to his annoyance!"
In-Sync (a non-profit organization) is always on the lookout for willing volunteers to help out around the facility on a regular basis. Visitors are welcome on the weekends and donations are very much appreciated. PLease CLICK HERE for more information.
In Memory of Professor Randy Pauche
10/23/1960 - 7/25/2008
While I did not know Professor Randy Pauche directly, I count myself as one of the many millions he has inspired with the "Last Lecture" he presented in McComony Auditorium on September 18th, 2007.
46 years old, knowing he had a terminal illness, preparing to leave behind a beautiful young family, Randy decided to step away from his rigorous teaching schedule on him own terms. This lecture is his farewell and a very moving presentation on learning how to live your dream. Please take the time to watch this deeply inspirational piece and "don't let tomorrow ruin your today".
In Loving Memory of BeBe Bouguyon
1/2000 - 3/14/2008
As is a cat's true nature, they are free spirits and rarely stay in one place for more than a cat nap or two, or three. BeBe came to us from the wilds of Rowlett as a little black "fluff ball" that was barely weaned, scared and confused by these humans trying to help her. Being born outside, that was always her first choice but on ever more frequent occasions she would come in and reach out to one of us, extending a warm snuggle or two. Her sweet, gentle spirit was calming and warm hearted. Her golden eyes were genuinely loving and when she did come for a cuddle you knew it was from the heart. Over the past few years BeBe and I began to grow a very special bond of trust and companionship which I cherish dearly. She was taken from us in a most unfortunate accident on March 14th with so much love and life left inside her and me. I miss her dearly and will always look for my "little baby girl" in my dreams.
In Loving Memory of Bill Lowell
3/2008
Suffering from Parkinson's Disease, unsteady on his feet, and very afraid of falling, Bill joined the Carrollton Senior Center Tai Chi for Arthritis class back in the fall of 2005 in hopes of making his personal situation better. Immediatelty I could see he was very determined to make the most of the training we were sharing and his daily home practice was quickly making a big difference.
His balance improved, his memory and ability to concentrate were growing and he gained confidence with each new technique he learned. By December of 2007, Bill was able to perform the entire 32 movement Tai Chi for Arthritis Set with a grace and beauty that exemplified his consistent, dilligent training. Quiet and reserved, kind and gentle, new students looked to Bill as a role model for what they hoped to accomplish within their Tai Chi training. Thank you Bill for showing us what is possible and helping me to grow as an instructor. I think of you and smile each time we do the forms in the Carrollton Senior Center classroom.
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