I grew up in an 'all is welcome' whether you were two legged or four - your safe place was 'here'. My Mama saved and welcomed all walks of life and lived in service of others. She taught me joy was in caring and loving all, from plants to pets to people.. you find joy in caring for the young and the old. Together we grew gardens, rescued animals, nurtured the sick, took in and cared for elderly grandparents, and found joy and happiness in serving others. Since her passing 9 years ago, I have continued finding that same joy and peace in helping others while caring for God's creatures. Like Mama would say, "I will love yours like my own and they will feel it".