OPIE’S KINDNESS PLEDGE!

I pledge to myself, on this day
To try and be kind, in every way.
To every person, big and small,
I will help them if they fall.
When I love myself and others, too,
That is the best that I can do!

My name is Smokey Joe and I live at Rikki’s Refuge in Rapidan, Virginia. Did you know that over 1300 animals of 22 species live here with me? Included in that big bunch of critters are over 600 cats just like me! We’re having a pretty rough summer this year. We need help! We need help with food for all of us. We need help with supplies. We are a registered non-profit and are soley supported by donations. Even a little helps a lot! Did you know that a donation of one dollar feeds me and three of my friends for a day? Can you help me feed all of my friends?

1. To make an electronic donation:
http://www.rikkisrefuge.org/donate

2. To mail a check or money order:
Rikki’s Refuge, PO Box 1357, Orange VA. 22960

3. To send food/supplies via Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/registry/wishlist/LI8PP4S40XZD/ref=cm_wl_rlist_go_o?

Rikki’s Refuge in Orange County, Virginia, is a 400 acre, no-kill, all species peaceful sanctuary supported solely by donations of kind and loving individuals. The refuge is home to over 1200 animals of over 22 different species, including but not limited to cats, dogs, sheep, goats, rabbits, pigs, emus, chickens, ducks, geese, a chukar, peacocks, and more. It is owned and operated by Life Unlimited of Virginia, Inc. an approved not-for profit Virginia Corporation and IRS tax code 501(c)(3) corporation as determined by the IRS. Federal Tax-ID number 54-1911042. A financial statement is available upon written request from the State Office of Consumer Affairs.

We’re differently-abled, but it doesn’t stop our awesomeness! Or our cuteness!

Love, Timmy, Opie & Sylvestra

“In every living thing there is the desire for love.”

~~ D.H. Lawrence ~~

Please VOTE & SHARE for RIKKI’S REFUGE in the Animal Rescue Site SHELTER CHALLENGE every day! Thank you!
Vote here: http://www.shelterchallenge.com/web/charityusa/nomineehome?userId=53331&nomineeId=17448

YOUR DAILY VOTES COULD HELP US WIN A MUCH NEEDED GRANT  TO HELP TAKE CARE OF OUR ANIMALS!

Click HERE to vote for us!

Come visit us at Fredericksburg Natural Pet!
5320 Plank Rd. (Rte. 3)
Fredericksburg, VA 22407
540-548-2626
Tiffy and Sammie are at Fredericksburg Natural Pet today until 2:00. You should come see them! There is a bounce, free snow cones, cupcakes, parfaits for your dog, and almost EVERYTHING in the store is on sale!
Fredericksburg Natural Pet on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Fredericksburg-Natural-Pet/431589713544791
Fredericksburg Natural Pet on the Web: http://www.fredericksburgnaturalpet.com/

Is there anyone in the Fredericksburg, VA. area that can HELP us haul produce? We need some volunteers! Also…mileage can be claimed on taxes when you are assisting a registered non-profit! It’s approximately 25-30 miles round trip and we need this weekly. A large pick-up truck or trailer would work best. Please contact Rikki’s Refuge at: mail@rikkisrefuge.org or call 540-854-0870. Please leave a voice mail if no one picks up, the office isn’t always manned!
RIKKI’S REFUGE
Life Unlimited of Virginia, Inc.
10910 Barr Lane
Rapidan, VA. 22733
(540)-854-0870
mail@rikkisrefuge.org
www.rikkisrefuge.org
https://www.facebook.com/RikkisRefuge
http://www.rikkisrefuge.org/donate

1 avocado, chopped
5 green onions
Juice of 1 lime
1 tsp. honey
1 clove garlic
2 tbsp. cilantro
Salt and pepper
1 large cucumber, chopped
3 tomatoes, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
Make the dressing by blending the avocado, green onions, lime juice, honey, garlic, cilantro, salt, and pepper.
Toss with cucumber and tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper if needed
(You can also add chunks of avocado to the salad if you want! Vegetarians who eat cheese, try it with some fresh mozzarella!)

Our recipes on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10151883442417391.1073741853.169651012390&type=1

Our recipes on Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/RikkisRefuge/vegan-vegetarian-recipes-from-rikkis-refuge/

Shop at RE-TAIL, our wonderful resale store in Fredericksburg, VA.

RE-TAIL on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ReTail.org 

STORE HOURS:

MON-SAT: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
SUN: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

 If you’re in the Fredericksburg, VA. area tomorrow (July 19, 2014), stop by our Re-Tail resale shop in the morning for a yardsale!

*GIDEON*
I just want to live my life without worries where I can be me without fear of being judged. I want to let go of the past, live the present and dream of the future. I got my second chance at Rikki’s Refuge

www.rikkisrefuge.org

You can read more about Gideon here: GIDEON’S STORY

http://rikkisrefuge.blogspot.com/2014/03/good-morning-good-news-march-2-2014.html