poems_n_thoughts

As I lay dreaming Beneath the stars
Under the new moon I awoke
I rubbed the sleep from my eyes
Was it thunder,
Or the sound of approaching drums?

As a gentle breeze kissed my cheek
I rose with an epiphany
Excited, I looked down at my feet
Then backed away, just so much
For the magical the dance to unfold

The drums were singing spirits
The heartbeat of mother earth
Approaching from the East
to put on their final show.

Softly and without a sound
He approached from the trees
Stopped in the middle of the circle
And greeted me without uttering my name.

Good journey, my friend
He said softly with his eyes
Would you dance with me, one last time
Before my new journey begins?

Humbled, I stepped forward
Offering a thanks with a bow
Then we danced in the enchanted circle
My wolf brother and me

Good journey, my friend

~ Cassie Hughes ~ Dedicated to Wacipi ~ 2008 ~

the Italian ANSA news agency said on Tuesday. The adventurous wolf entered the packed Cantaflura bar

paying little attention to the other guests. In an attempt to sate the beast's hunger,

"I'd like to say that your sanctuary is the most touching in all the world, even though I've only visited you guys.

A heart warming letter from a Long Distant Volunteer that proves that there are twin souls for humans and animals.

Hi All, this is Anne here checking in from B.C. Canada.

I had to share an interesting story with everyone.

I take my two dogs, Jessie a black Lab and Bree a black and white Border Collie to the "off leash" dog park every day. They absolutely love it.

We've encountered many wolf hybrids, very well behaved I might add, but one very interesting cross bred dog comes everyday with his owner. The owners name is Diane, and the dogs name is Norman. Norm's coloring is identical to Beau, that's what got me as well as his teaching behavior.

We refer to him as the park warden, I have to say he is identical in looks and nature to dear Beau. When I first saw Norm a lump came into my throat, for when two or three dogs gather to play or tussle, he gets in the middle and sorts them, especially the puppies, teaching them manners, just the same as Beau reacted with Mwitu.

Diane couldn't understand what Norm was doing at first, until I explained to her of a wolf I knew who did the same thing.

We have found out that Norm is a shepherd/husky cross, is a bout 9 yrs old, is an adopted dog to Diane, and was grossly overweight when she acquired him, he has since lost about 20 lbs, and is doing just great.

My Jessie just loves him, and will run to greet him every morning at the park.

So there are doubles in this world, whether it be human or from the animal world. Best wishes to all from Anne

The wolf Anne refers to, Beau, was one of our Beloved Wolves here at the Sanctuary.

He was our 1st Wolf Ambassador and was usually the first wolf people were introduced to when visiting Jean & John's house or the Sanctuary.

He was a gentle and soulful giant, who once he knew you, would give you love unconditionally. To read Beau's story click here.

Beau passed away on July 15th, 2006, due to complications from intestinal cancer. He is still missed and thought about. He has touched so many in his life and his story continues to reach out and touch so many still. During his memorial service, the Sanctuary received over 60 letters, phone calls and emails of remembrances and condolences.

To view Beau's pictures and read the remembrances click here.

"Dear Jean, I have been remiss in sitting down and typing this letter of appreciation for the afternoon we spent at the Sanctuary with you. While we expressed our thanks and pleasure when we were leaving, I doubt that we realized the very positive impact of that afternoon on the three of us. You do have such a wonderful talent for making people feel at ease and comfortable with your wolves and with yourself. We were truly impressed with the cleanliness of the facilities and the wolves. The opportunity to actually greet and be greeted by some of the wolves was a special treat that will long be remembered by each of us.

[My mother-in-law]returned to Paradise Springs, her retirement facility in Spring, Texas, gave the management some of your brochures and talked about nothing else but our visit with you for the next two days.............

Again, we thank you for your gracious explanations and for allowing us to have an experience of a lifetime..."

Oh my... i'm from Chile, so i can't go to your sanctuary, but anyway, i hope the better for you and the lovely wolves (that i love so MUCH!)

take care and good luck =)

Carla Venegas, 20 years old, from Temuco, CHILE

I stumbled upon this website quite by accident. I was captivated by the beautiful face between the trees. I read on.

I looked at the video's, photo's and slide shows. I read all the lovely statements from people who had met Yukon and had visited the sanctuary.

I have not been to the sanctuary and have not met Yukon but your sanctuary and Yukon now have a special place in my heart and soul and I will treasure that.