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leslyefeb's avatar

Your message yesterday was so rich that I actually watched it again and made notes because I wanted to communicate clearly. Two days is more of the same. The first thing that comes to mind is that flowers are not stupid! They honor the recipient, and Alba's kitchen is one hell of a recipient. I just want to say that you are doing something very brave. The highs must be so high, and the lows must be so low. I'm grateful that you have the brains and balls to do what you're doing. Rock on Niall. So many of us are with you, and i'm sure there will be even more of us to help you carry your mission.

Leslye from Montreal

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Sara's avatar

Hi Niall, it does seem to be a rollercoaster ride at the moment but even those dogs you can’t save have had their final days treated with dignity & kindness. Your work is truly amazing & you have a fantastic team supporting you. Lean on them more to preserve your mental health. 💕

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lisa garcia's avatar

Alba struck my heart to the core. I am endlessly proud that you honor her by naming the kitchen after her. Her legacy truly lives on. Thank you so much for what you do.

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Margy's avatar

Niall your passion & drive is beyond compare. 🐾 I admire & love everything that you & the team are achieving to help all of the beautiful dogs, & I only wish I could help alleviate some of the heartache & pain you are all feeling in the hard times. I love your sentiment with the flowers for Alba. She was such a gentle soul & I think the flowers symbolise that too. I have had Big Macs photo up in my loungeroom all weekend & I’ve been sending him lots of love & telling him he is such a good, tough boy & loved by so many. I hope he continues to stay stable 🤞. I’m sure I’m not the only one thinking & feeling these things & I’m sure so many are sending love, support & hoping the road ahead is smoother & not as challenging for you all. Such amazing achievements for this year already & I can see you are not going to slow down anytime soon. Take Care of yourself please as we all want to see you achieving & reaching yr goals for a long time to come. 🐾❤️

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Miranda H's avatar

Those flowers you all put up around Alba's Kitchen aren't superfluous, not one bit. I work as a gardener and can't tell you how much people love to see flowers in their gardens, especially when they don't get about as easily as they used to. Flowers outside the window mean so much, and flowers surrounding Alba's Kitchen will be just as much appreciated.

Thank you for all that you do to help the dogs. I've watched so many of the videos and while you've got a lot of sick dogs at the land, those on the street who are fed every day look amazing and it's clear they're being well fed.

Look after yourself too, Niall.

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Amanda's avatar

So much progress Niall - you are truly amazing - you have such clarity of purpose and the drive to achieve your mission. All of our here are in awe of your resilience and dedication. You have built a great team around you because you have such passion and you are a dedicated caring Leader. There is wave after wave of love & support flowing your way every day 💜💜💜 Thank you for all you do for the Doggos and for us out here.

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Shirley Lepore's avatar

You’re moving so fast now and although I am sure it is overwhelming, the work is needed so badly! I think the key for you and your mental health is to lean on others!! Do not take every burden on! I am donating today to help fund staff for you. You do not have to go it alone! People WANT to help!

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Linda G's avatar

What I loved most about Alba was watching her smell the flowers when you went to watch the sun set each night. The flowers are a perfect touch and I imagine Alba will be tending to them daily. The flowers and your work will flourish. Thank you Niall❤️

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Paul's avatar

Your video yesterday was a true insight to what you and the team do on a daily basis it is truly inspiring. It brought a tear to my eyes in a positive way keep doing what you’re doing 💙👍

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Sherrie Blair's avatar

Thank you to all for making the street dogs lives safer❤️

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Cliff Hayden's avatar

I am so impressed with your service and caring heart. The good news is so good, and the bad news is heartbreaking. I hope you and your team are getting the help you need to stay in this for the long term. The flowers are definitely not stupid - they are a part of how you are building patterns of health and wellness for yourself and your community.

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Sue's avatar

It’s amazing what has been achieved despite the sad times. Each dog has dignity in the team’s care no matter what happens. Both Tina and Alba have fantastic legacies and memorials in the kitchen and hospital. I hope that you and the team can take care of each other and cope with the really hard stuff. Thank you for all you do 🧡💜🩷

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Lucy Tomlin's avatar

Amazing..Bittersweet.. Love Big Mac!!! GO Niall!!!!!THANK YOU To Everyone who contributes.

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Linda's avatar

So so proud of you Niall, you are one of the best people on the planet. Thank you 🙏 🇮🇪☘️🐶

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Kate Terrazino's avatar

In my prayers for ever & always to you, Niall, your team, the vets, your cooks & all those who volunteer, and all of those who donate. 🦋😇🥰🪽🪽🩺🩻👩‍🍳👨‍⚕️🧑🏽‍⚕️🫂🙏🫶🏻👏😘

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Kt K's avatar

Its unbelievable the rate of scaling up that’s happening all of a sudden. It’s the big dream you had and that we’ve supported and now it’s happening 😁🥰 I remember saying this back when I first followed you “dream big Niall, we are with you all the way” 🥹🥹 now it’s becoming a reality and I can’t wait to see what comes next 🙏🙏🥰💙 💚🤍🧡

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