We Can Make a Difference for Animals! But How?

I am feeling rather reflective today.
People are very angry about what happened with Cecil the lion and understandably so. 
For me, it is not only about this beautiful lion but with all our wild and domesticated animal friends whether they live on land, fly in the air or swim in the sea.
I thank God for all those people who are out there who are trying to protect, ensure good living conditions and educate people about the plight of animals.
There is a mass extinction happening right in front of eyes and yet with all our sophisticated technology, we do nothing except yell and scream obscenities over the internet. To be honest with you, this does nothing to help our animal friends.
All this anger just creates more anger which in turn does nothing to help. The animals and their cause gets lost in the background.
All of us can make a difference in an animal's life. Buy no animal testing products.
Support an animal organization that makes a difference in your neck of the world or abroad.I do not eat rammen noodles anymore because of the palm oil which contributes to the loss of habitat for orangutans. If you hunt, hunt responsibly. Do you really need the trophy head on your wall. MOST of all, educate your children about respect to all animals. It is not JUST a chicken, pig, cat or dog. Each animal has it's importance on this planet of ours.
Do your part and make a difference.
Here's to you Cecil and all the animals. Thank you!.

What Is the True Meaning of the Holidays?

'Tis the season' where Hell seems to break loose.  Stores start showing all that you can buy in October and last till the very last day of December 24th.   People are rushing trying to buy that perfect Christmas dinner or have those perfect gifts for their loved ones.  Some people get upset whether you say Merry Christmas or Happy Holidays.   Can we just say STOP?
I for one love the Holidays.   I love to see all the colorful lights and hear all my favorite Christmas Carols.  I enjoy seeing all the different religions celebrating their traditions.  Then what is the problem?
Did we forget along the way what the Holidays are really all about if we just take the time to look?
It is a very simple answer really, it is about Love.
The Holiday season is about  giving love and showing kindness to the people that are all around us, especially to the ones we do not know
I for one, do not follow a particular religion.   I believe that God is in everyone and everything.   I know in my heart spiritual truth when I hear or read it.   It doesn't matter where the spiritual truth comes from because God is there.
We need to reconnect to what is true.   We are more concerned with the commercialism during the  Holidays.  I do not know why, but people become more stressed and rude during this time.   What should be a joyous time becomes a chore.
What I want to tell all of you, is to enjoy your special day with the people you love.   Look at all the blessings that are all around you and be grateful.  Be kind to people you don't know.  Respect the planet and all that live on her,   Teach your children to do the same.   Remember, this is something that should be done everyday, not just one day out of the year.
Because of God's love for each and everyone of us, all of this is possible.
Happy Holidays and God bless~