XIII - Puppies, boats and helicopters

Last night, 3 puppies cried at our door for food. They were found by our neighbor a few days ago, abandoned in a field. I have taken advantage of any opportunity to collect bones or delicious treats to share with them, so when our neighbor left (moved locations), they naturally found themselves at our doorstep!

We found the box they live in with their sleeping bag, brought it on our porch, and fixed them a nice supper of warm rice, veggies, and turkey! Even with the freezing temperatures, they slept soundly through the night with full bellies. I scrambled this morning to feed them, sharing our sheep yogurt and throwing together a doggy porridge.

According to locals, it is very common for puppies to be abandoned here. The microcosm is that of the macrocosm. As above, so below. We are working with our neighbors to find them a home, while keeping them entertained, warm and fed. It seems that they may have to go to a puppy shelter with 62 other dogs that have been abandoned. Ahh! It breaks my heart -
 if you want a cute Greek puppy, please contact me!

We managed to take care of the puppies and ourselves just after the sun fully rose. The sea was the calmest it has been in days, so we made our way quickly to the sea. Anais decided to continue to help the crew paint and prepare the Hope center; I headed down to the beach with the Lifeguard Hellas group.

When I arrived, the team was just waking up, and sharing warmth in their frost covered cars. We watched as Frontex and Coast Guard ships patrolled the seas, and helicopters in the sky. On the radio we received a message that 3 boats were picked up safely by the coast guard and brought to the harbor.

Lifeguard Hellas just got their new rescue boat in the water. It has the capacity to hold 30+ people for sea rescues. As of now, paperwork is still being worked out, although it could be anyway that the team is patrolling the waters and helping to escort boats safely in. I look forward to continuing to work with this group; they are a friendly group, and optimistic that our service will continue to be valuable.

I have continued to be in contact with Team Humanity, from Denmark, in the south. They have my contact and will be calling upon us for help as the weather gets better. Everyone continues to be on alert, and helping where is most needed. It is a beautiful experience to be a part of.

Love and spirals of Rainbow Light into your hearts!


Thank you to all the supporters that have helped Anais and I get out here. Sat Nam Foundation is sponsoring us to be out here, and to provide the refugees with the care they need. Please support us at: http://satnamfoundation.org/index.php/campaign/lesbos/