I often feel nostalgic for my time in Florida, where I moved in 1995 to work with thoroughbreds and the sales barns. That nostalgia is rooted in the incredible mentorship and support system I had, starting when I purchased some boxers from Merry Lou Newton of Jazzy Boxers. While I miss the heat and the Southern food like crawfish, what I miss most is that community and my best friend. It is so hard to find that same camaraderie and willingness to help in the dog business up here, and I miss that kind of life. Thinking back on those times with my wolf dogs and boxers reminds me of the solid foundation that shaped how I run my kennel today.
