Dec 27, 2015 at 02:14 am

Every end has a new beginning!

Update posted by Wendy Ko

So, it happened! Got to meet the angel behind lovelyhungryfriends (LHF) and her family of street dogs in Chiangmai - didn't stop beaming a single moment, and we had the best conversations!

Unfortunately we did not get to secure the noodle shop as it had a higher bid from a family who lives along that street, they are kind folks so we hope the dogs will still be welcomed. For now, our initial ideas and cafe plans are on the back burner.

I do believe that everything happens for a reason though; on my last day going to the airport, LHF voiced something I was also thinking - as the raised amount is now considerably more than enough for food, she would like to share the donations with two other dog shelters in Chiangmai which are close to our hearts. I happily agreed! The majority (3/5ths) will still go to LHF as she intends to get higher grade chow for the dogs plus more treats! This will last a year!

LHF is also taking a dog training course (on her own dime) now so she can learn how to approach and gain the street dogs' trust but yet keep them vigilant as sadly there are still bad people out there who will hurt them. She has other longterm dreams too involving the dogs, which I am not at liberty to share, but am honoured that she told me about. We both hope to keep our paths entwined :)

I would like to personally thank my family, friends, strangers-who-have-become-friends and LHF-IG family for the incredible support. It's been quite an adventure, and I am thankful for each and everyone of you who have made me believe that there are good hearts out there!

Here are the links to the other dog shelters your funds will go towards :)

Elephant Nature Park Dog Project @ saveelephant.org/dogproject

Care for Dogs @ carefordogs.org

~ Happy festive greetings :D

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