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Founder & Director: Love from Luke was established in 2017 by Melissa Anne Sweeney (Lissa) . She has 25 years experience working with rescued animals. Her mission to have the rescued dogs help to emotionally heal as many people as possible. There is an special comfort animals can offer us and the is why they are blessing. Melissa is the author of the Love from Luke book series. In her spare time, which is very little, she continues to write about the dogs she has worked and the lessons they have taught her. She is originally from Milford, MA and has resided in Tampa, FL for 16 years. Hi Everyone, Hi there- my name is Melissa, thanks for visiting our page. Thisis a picture of myself and "soon to be therapy dog," Loved Luna. I am dog mom for special needs dogs and founder of Love from Luke a 5013c non-profit. 100% of items purchased from this site goes directly to our dogs. Prior to going into full-time dog rescue and non-profit work I was a military college professor for 8 years. I have a Doctorate (DBA) in International Business and conducted detailed research on various cultures to create unity and high-performing teams. My professional name is Dr. Melissa Anne Sweeney but nowadays I go by Lissa, just drop the ME off Melissa. I currently have two Love from Luke books published. Prior to that had 9 nine research/textbook published- they didn't do as good as my LFL books surprisingly (ha-ha). I was forever changed in May of 2014, when I rescued a senior Siberian Husky who I named Luke. My personal passion is animal rescue and well-being. For over 20 years I have assisted dogs and cats find forever homes where they are loved and healed from their past abuse. Caring for abused and mistreated animals is rewarding but, I won't lie, it can also be stressful! That is why I felt it was important for me to write the book Love from Luke: Lessons learned from a Rescued Dog! My goal is to help individuals who rescued animals better understand how they often communicate with us when they have had an abusive past. In this book I share the journey I had with my 11 year old senior rescue, Luke. I learned to recognize that many of Luke’s reactions were caused by his abusive past. Other times, his behavior was because he was not feeling good. While learning how to relate to Luke and meet his needs, I was introduced to the highest and closest bond a human and animal can create. This was established because mutual respect was formed. This respect created a deep love within me, not only for Luke, but for animals in need and fellow rescuers. Luke taught me how to create a loving trustworthy bond with previously neglected and/or abused dogs. Before Luke passed I promised him that I would continue to rescue animals and help educate on how people can become more involved in rescuing abused animals. GOD definitely heard the promise I made and divinely placed specials needs dogs into my life. These dogs have come from some of the most severe abuse and/or were born with physical disabilities and I became a 5013c non-profit dog sanctuary. I recognized how my dogs started to inspire others, because they are truly loved and are clueless that they are different. I realized they are a perfect example to teach others that we are beautifully and wonderfully made. PLUS they and love to serve others. After time in prayer and reflection I realized what a blessing it is to serve other and assist in contributing to ones local community. The goal of Love from Luke expanded to have previously abused individuals (unwanted, out-fostered youth, domestic violence and human traffic survivors) help heal through the animals and later have them become active in training and working with the dog too. Creating a win-win for all members of the community, the person and the dog both brings joy, laughter, companionship and entertainment (for sure) to others. Let's face it, this would needs more healing and love. Additionally, as I was writing the book more ideas came to me that I know other pet parents and animal lovers would appreciate and before I knew I had a store of healthy pet treats, custom tee-shirts and jewelry with the photos of my rescues. If you live in the Florida area or come to visit please look for me at local crafts shows or any outdoor events where vendors are welcomed! If you bring your fur-baby they can sample my treats!

https://ecp.yusercontent.com/mail?url=https%3A%2F%2Fimgssl.constantcontact.com%2Fletters%2Fimages%2Fbackgrounds%2Farrows.png&t=1590176352&ymreqid=ddc46c40-d28c-0f89-2f80-43044d01cf00&sig=nzDVs_h59a7gqhJKUQAVuw--~C") 0% 0% repeat;" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" border="0"> WE ARE ON THE ROAD AGAIN! Rescue is at the core of who we are at NMDR, and during COVID-19, we had been forced to take a pause on rescue. We are thrilled to announce that our Rescue Team is back on the road this week!  National Rescue Dog Day is on Wednesday, May 20th, but at National Mill Dog Rescue, we are celebrating all week long! #NationalRescueDogDay brings awareness to all the PAWsome pups that are waiting to be adopted into loving forever homes. A rescued dog has overcome many obstacles, but can often bounce back into the most loyal pet; providing comfort, friendship, and unconditional love. Giving each and every pup a chance to live their best life means the world to us. But we can’t do it without you! Every dollar helps us rescue more dogs and care for the ones we have. Text RESCUEDOG to 44-321 or click a link below to give today! If you're able to support NMDR in other ways, please consider sharing this email with your friends and family, starting a fundraiser, or asking your employer to add NMDR to their corporate philanthropy program. THANK YOU for your ongoing support of National Mill Dog Rescue!  CLICK HERE TO GIVE SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL Be sure to follow us on Social Media!  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ National Mill Dog Rescue PO Box 88468 Colorado Springs, CO 80908 nmdr.org 719-445-6787

National Mill Dog Rescue | PO Box 88468, Colorado Springs, CO 80908

Movie Review Written by Jon Patch with 3 out of 4 paws

Skyscraper

Universal Pictures, Legendary Entertainment, Flynn Picture Comp-any and Seven Bucks Productions present a PG-13, 102 minute, Action, Crime, Drama, directed and written by Rawson Marshall Thurber with a theatre release date of July 13, 2018.

Review written by Jon Patch with 2 out of 4 paws

Maze Runner: The Death Cure

Twentieth Century Fox, Temple Hill Entertainment and Gotham Group present a 142 minute, PG-13, Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller, directed by Wes Ball, screenplay by T.S. Nowlin and based on the novel “The Death Cure” by James Dashner with a theatre release date of January 26, 2018.

Review written by Jon Patch with 3 paws out of 4

The Finest Hour              

Walt Disney Pictures and Whitaker Entertainment present a PG-13, 117 minute, 3D, History, Action, Drama, directed by Craig Gillespie, screenplay by Scott Silver and Paul Tamasy with a theater release date of January 29, 2016.

Walt Disney Pictures, DisneyToon Studios and Prana Studios present a 3D, 83 minute, PG, Animation, Adventure, Comedy, directed by Roberts Gannaway and written by Jeffrey M. Howard with a theater release date of July 18, 2014.