Once chained in an abandoned factory and left to die, Sammy believed he had been forgotten forever. But sometimes love is already making its way toward us, even when we cannot see it. Told through the eyes of a rescue dog, this true story is a celebration of hope, healing, second chances, and the extraordinary bond between animals and the people who become their family.
In a world more connected than ever, many of us still hunger for belonging. Inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku, or forest bathing, this reflection explores how wandering beneath the canopy can reconnect us to creation, remind us that we belong to something greater than ourselves, and teach us the wisdom of surrender. Through roots and rivers, moss and pinecones, the forest whispers an ancient truth about receiving, giving, and letting go.
Amy L. Griffin 