Crystal Harrison

“I believe that imagination is stronger than knowledge. That myth is more potent than history. That dreams are more powerful than facts. That hope always triumphs over experience. That laughter is the only cure for grief. And I believe that love is stronger than death.” ~Robert Fulghum Just wanted to feel a little inspired this morning. I try to stay positive. But sometimes I get so down I don’t recognize myself. You know who also doesn’t recognize me this way? The horses. They know me I think sometimes better than I know myself. They swarmed me today. Yes they want their hay and treats and attention, but they know I’m struggling and they swarmed me. Aly followed me as I checked waters, Millie was all up in my Kool-Aid (we gray girls gotta stick together) and Abner let me hug his head and kiss him just a little longer. This morning I read another rescue is closing, they are unable to continue operations because donations are down. Boy do I feel that. Boy do I fear that. The thought of shutting down keeps me up at night and brings me to my knees. The old lady knees that I have to maintain with injections. My hands are covered in callouses and blisters (and good Lord I hate the microscopic pieces of hay that make their way into my skin and itch and then sting as they make their way back out) from work, work I love to do. Work that makes sure all donations go right to the care of the horses. But despite the current situation, the wonderful souls who I love — and who you all love too — remind me to not quit, to keep fighting for them after so many people let them down. I don’t know what the future holds but I am not going down without a fight. Since yesterday we raised another $435 (thank you Nadine, Carol, Michael, Jane, Penelope, Natalie, Louise, Sarah and Ann!) to bring us to $2,695 raised so far toward our November hay fundraiser. It’s November 10 and we have $3,305 left to reach goal. We ordered hay but we’d sure like to pay for it. We have been perpetually behind all year. We get caught up and then fall behind when we can’t raise enough to pay him all that we owe him. It’s an evil cycle. Will you help us? Thank you to everyone who has donated and to those who we know still will. Your kindness means so much… Donation links below ⬇️: (thank you!) Venmo: @TheBridge-Sanctuary PayPal: [email protected] CashApp: $redransom Zelle: (626) 676-2556 Direct link: paypal.com/paypalme/thebridg… #rescue #Texas #ottb #ForgottenToForever