On a recent day, having trouble focusing while working from home, I begin scrolling my way into the abyss known as Facebook. You know you have been there too. Not expecting more than political smears and cute kid co-workers, I happen across a post by an artist offering 2 paintings for sale, promising to dedicate proceeds to buy food for dogs and cats she had rescued. Intrigued, I message and introduce myself. "How much are you asking?" I inquire. Guessing that shipping costs would be higher than the actual price of the artwork originating in Mexico City, my aim is to find out if I can afford to help her. Figure 1: Painting by Lena Jimenez The artist immediately responds by enthusiasticall
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If you have adopted a rescue dog you will enjoy the Stray Blog! Recent posts give interesting descriptions of dog rescue in Argentina.
Founder: Joseph Liseno
Quick bio:
- School Counselor in Western Mass
- Fluent in Spanish
- MS in Counseling
- MA in International Affairs (Latin America Studies)
- Return Peace Corps Volunteer (Bolivia 1997-2000)
- Nidan - Uechi Ryu Karate
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