You might as well slide the widget to the maximum amount below to have an idea of how much has leaked into the gulf so far.

On top of that, our current government is demonstrating its incompetence and repeating the whole Bush Katrina event.

The disaster is worrisome because it is still not resolved.  I think the world wants to help the United States, but for some unknown reason our country is too proud to accept the help.

This leads me to believe that BP is still putting profits ahead of people and the environment.  It seems they don’t want to lose the money and time they have already invested in this well and want to continue pumping oil.  That seems to be their number one goal.

I have to agree with these outraged politicians.

James Carville Slams Obama on Oil Spill: ‘We’re About to Die Down Here!’

Jindal: Fighting a ‘War to Save Our Way of Life’

“…because every dog deserves a happy ending.“

Shortly after I reopened my shop this February, I received an Etsy conversation from Renee, a member of the fundraising committee for an animal organization I was unfamiliar with. After some research through various charity guides and visiting the organization’s website, I was quite impressed with what I saw.

Based in San Francisco, Muttville.org is a wonderful organization dedicated to “changing how the way world thinks and treats older dogs and to create better lives for them through rescue, foster and hospice.”

I have a special affinity for older dogs so I immediately connected with this organization’s mission and made four necklaces for their “Moolah For Mutts” 2009 fundraiser this coming June.

Click the links above to find out more about this great organization and how to help them.

The photos above show the pieces I made especially for Muttville. Special thanks to glass artist, Marcy Lamberson, for donating the shaggy dog bead, and especially to glass artist, Janet Crosby, for her continued support and generosity. The black silver-core paw print bead shown above was a present from her.

The photos below show my packaging process. Enjoy!

Giving Wisely. Whenever you’re contacted by a nonprofit organization you’re unfamiliar with and asked to make a donation, it’s always a good idea to verify their legitimacy and find out more about them before you give. Here are some of the websites I regularly use to check out any charity organization:

GuideStar
U.S. National BBB
Charity Navigator
American Institute of Philanthropy

Lastly, the donation docs page has been updated with my most recent donation made from 1st quarter sales from my Etsy shop – a check to the National Canine Cancer Foundation in memory of sweet Spencer.

Thanks so much for stopping by. Until next time – take care & stay well.

This series of pink themed jewelry is dedicated to Spencer, a truly special furry being who passed away on February 17, 2009, of Hemangiosarcoma, an aggressive form of canine cancer.

Spencer was a retired movie star, a golden retriever mascot, and a therapy dog. He touched so many who came in contact with him because of his gentle and sweet nature. Others, including me, came to know his fun and goofy side through his blogged adventures.

50% of the proceeds from these listings will be donated to the National Canine Cancer Foundation in Spencer’s name. Click the photos to check out the item in my Etsy shop.

RIP sweet Spencer. You left a world a bit better just by being in it. You are loved. You are missed. You are my friend. You are forever in my heart.