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Journey’s End Ranch Newsletter December 20, 2019
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We got 6 inches of rain in several storms in a 2 week period. That is more than half of our average yearly rainfall. Despite the colder temps, a few things are sprouting, which is good news for the wildlife.
Cuckoo Bird (roadrunner) and his mate come often for a meal. Sometimes they puff themselves up and look quite large.
The wild birds are very hungry in this colder weather. A scoop of bird seed draws quite a crowd!
All the horses, burros and other sanctuary animals are fine. Poco continues to sing daily.
Buddy’s favorite daily activity is our 1 mile scooter “run” with the electric scooter. He is doing great on homemade food and a lot of supplements to address his various physical & mental issues. He is very active & happy now. He arrived almost 2 years ago at age 8 or so.
Christmas will be hard now that my Dad is gone. I am the last in my direct family line. I remember wonderful childhood Christmases as if they were last week. This was 1956 with my favorite men, my maternal grandfather, Charlie Ott and my Dad, Mike Kates. Both were animal lovers.
Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year.
Love,
Cathy & the Gang
When you’re looking to buy, 
Merry Christmas!
Happy Christmas to you and your gang and thank you for all the help once again this year. Love you from the gang and me xx
Thank you, Betsy!
Thank you for all you do for the animals! Thinking of you this holiday season Catherine. Will continue to donate through my EBay sales again in 2020!
Thank you, Nancy! Merry Christmas!
Hello Cathy & gang,
Wishing you a healthy, happy Holiday Season and a joyful New Year!
Smiles & hugs,
Martine & Greg
Toronto, Canada
PS Buddy is looking well, you can see him smile. (:)
Merry Christmas! Keep up the great work you do caring for all those animals.
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA (Orange County)
Dear Cathy,
Merry Christmas to you and the gang and thank you for all you do for them (Buddy is looking soooooooo happy!).
Am sending care and wishing your memories can bring you happiness for the good times you did have with your dad.
with affection,
chris
sending you and the gang, best wishes, fond memories and know that you are loved by many!
Thank you, Shannon! Merry Christmas!
Cathy,
Wishing you and the gang Peace, Love and Light and, most importantly, Good Health to you.
Warm wishes,
Katrin
Cathy, I understand so well. I miss my father everyday too. Let’s ensure that the animals help soothe us. Lynne
Thank you, Katrin! Merry Christmas!
Hi, Lynne. Animals are the best therapy! Thank you
Dear Cathy, another lovely newsletter. It’s going to be a different Christmas this year without your Dad. But he is with all the animals he loved and his legacy does run through you and your daily life. You are such a caring a loving person to all the rescues you have taken in. Have a lovely Christmas and it will get better in the New Year.
Love, Judy
Thank you! I am researching old family members & “meeting” ppl I never knew. It feels good!
thank you, Chris! I am happy for Buddy, too. Remembering lots of good times.
Thank You!
Thank you! Have wonderful Holidays! Stay warm!
Thank you!
Same to you & thank you for your support!. Love you, too
Merry Christmas Poco You Sing Beautifully !!!
May Angels Protect You All And Keep You Safe.
Thank you, Kathryn!