As we become more aware of the needs of animals that are neglected, abused or have lost their homes, adoptions and rescues increase. Pet adoptions are really on the rise – maybe it’s to fill the void that the pandemic has wreaked on our lives, especially on travel plans, or simply to combat the loneliness that has ensued over months of quarantine.

Help, we need a hero – we need a capable experienced female with perspective and a few special powers, too. How about someone who can instill empathy in others, freeze a scene where injustice is taking place, and make the perpetrators feel the fear the victims feel?

Action must be taken. For this month’s column, let’s look at your sentimental photograph collections. Pictures take up space. Whether in digital or paper form, they affect us physically and mentally. Emotions are involved: Joy, grief and bittersweet memories that may last a lifetime.

I’m always amazed at people’s lack of dog skills, or unwarranted fear of dogs. Do you/your kids know how to correctly approach a dog? Ask permission from the owner to interact? Know polite, dog-welcome body language/ sounds to avoid being bitten? Can you all respect a dog’s personal space?.

From 1919 through 1943, Hesse wrote six novels that helped lead young people to the spiritual path, a champion among meditators and psychedelic adventurers.

Data from a study published in the “Early Childhood Education Journal” from the American Heart Association shows children diagnosed as overweight between 7-13 years old may develop heart disease as early as age 25. However, preventative steps taken in early childhood can help reduce this risk.