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Local Happenings from page 8 Family members often visit
during the holidays, only
The Pet Cottage to be heartbroken by the
changes in their parents
Senior Maltese Mix Needs Rehabilitation or grandparents. Difficult
decisions are sometimes
At The Pet Cottage, we often made during these visits,
welcome pets in need of including moving loved
rehabilitation due to their owners’ ones into assisted living
declining health, both physical or memory care facilities.
and mental. As a person’s health Unfortunately, this often
deteriorates — whether from aging means they can no longer
or illness — the care they provide care for their pets. Similarly,
to their beloved pets often suffers. We when a relative passes away, When a niece flew in to check on things, she was shocked
frequently encounter animals that have not been groomed pets may be left in the care of family members who are to discover Sophie still living there. The little dog was
for a long time, arriving matted and dirty. Others come now faced with making urgent decisions. terrified of people, severely matted, in clear pain, and had
to us underweight because their owners have forgotten to Recently, The Pet Cottage welcomed Sophie, a 10-year- become aggressive. Her owner had been unable to care
feed them, while some are significantly overweight due to old Maltipoo in terrible shape. Her owner had suffered a for her for some time before being hospitalized, leaving
overfeeding. Fleas and other parasites are not uncommon. stroke, was hospitalized, and never returned home. Family Sophie in a dire situation.
In our society, it’s common for families to live members, overwhelmed with grief, struggled to manage The Pet Cottage is fortunate to have dedicated
far apart, especially in South Florida, where many her affairs. For three months, Sophie was left alone in the volunteers like Michelle and Matt, who possess a special
seniors retire and leave their extended families behind. home, receiving only brief visits for feeding and walking. talent for caring for these hurting souls. They open their
hearts and home to pups like Sophie, providing the extra
The Singles Scene Column © TLC and time needed before these animals can be placed
with a Forever Guardian. It takes patience, perseverance,
and an abundance of love to build trust with a senior pet
that has experienced neglect.
Special Holiday Edition by: Kelly Leary, M.S. & Miranda season, when can you? Get out there and laugh. Dress like Now, with the support of our Lifelong Guardianship
Capparelli, The Real Matchmakers you are going to fall in love with someone during the day-- Program, we are committed to helping Sophie heal and
5 Game Changing Dating even if it is your barber or your dry cleaner. You don’t have recover, ensuring she receives the love and care she
to literally romantically fall in love. Just understand that the
deserves.
Tips for November more we love and appreciate others, the more others will love By matching pets with caring Forever Guardians and
and respect us. I.E. Let’s see how many heads and hearts
we can touch in these last two months of the year. Got it? covering all their medical expenses, The Pet Cottage
“Love and gratitude 5. Spoil yourself this holiday. You’re single, so go wild ensures these cherished animals can enjoy their golden
can part seas...It can treating yourself. You will feel great. You deserve it too, years in loving homes. This essential service comes at a
move mountains and right? Buy the date night outfit (even if you don’t have the great cost, as we currently care for 56 pets, 47 of whom are
it can create miracles. date yet). Buy the shirt. Book your hair appointment. Hire seniors. Your generous donation can make a meaningful
The power of love and the Matchmakers. Understand, every one of us (single or difference in the lives of Sophie and many other deserving
gratitude will dissolve all taken) has a “Relationship Investment Spend” whether you animals.
negativity in our lives no are aware of it or not. Any and all things that enhance your
matter what the form has relationships with others—new and old—will increase
taken.”~~Rhonda Byrne the quality of your life. Ask yourself: “What have I spent
Hey Insiders! First and this year to enhance my relationships with others?” If it’s
foremost, our heartfelt nominal—you know what to do next. It’s buying season.
thanks to you for sharing your precious time with us again Celebrate YOU! Thank us later for this stellar holiday
today. This is an excellent read to share with your single survival tip.
friends and family too. We are entering the most vital time In closing, there is no better time than November to ramp
of year--and extra love is on the menu. Our commitment is up and show gratitude for how far you have come this year.
to love and support all individuals in their goals to connect, Let your wild streak shine and squash that inner self-critic.
especially in November, the most popular month to join
our club. This month, our gratitude knows no bounds for It’s time to reward yourself--with the gift of love.
our community, couples, clients, and all of our American Warm wishes for a joyful Thanksgiving to you and
Heroes (First Responders). Our team appreciates all of you. your loved ones. Seize the opportunity to transform
your love life before the “big” holy holidays come in
Thanks to our Matchmaking Dream Team, countless couples December. Once again, thank you for following THE
will be celebrating the 2024 Holiday Season together. There Award-Winning Matchmakers!
is still time for you to find love too. Last year, between To become an active part of our work for all pets please
November and December, we connected more new couples We can’t wait to meet you in consider donating today!
than ever before. People are more willing to let their guard our corporate headquarters of Your heart will grow a whole size bigger and our tails
down in November. It is time to spread your wings. There love on PGA Boulevard soon will wag even more.
is also less judgment in November--and people are typically (where we have gratefully The Pet Cottage, Wendy Derhak Founder/Executive
kinder and more gentle this time of year. Sounds like a good been rooted since 2014 and
time to date? In a nutshell, YES! ’Tis the season! Please counting). Reserve your Director, 17049 Thunder Road, Jupiter, FL 33478, https://
enjoy and study our coveted tips... appointment today so that www.thepetcottage.org, or call 561-818-5025 for more
you can avoid the up-and- information. Visitors are welcome by appointment.
1. Cast your love line in well-stocked crystal clear waters, coming waitlist! The early
not in bargain Black Friday basements or risky online bird gets the worm--and the
shopping sites. You are only as good as the crowd in front guy--or the girl. Chabad PBG Hosts IDF
of you. Just as you may visit Bloomingdales, Macy’s, or
Saks for that special outfit, your approach to dating should XOXO from Your Favorite Cupids, Spokesperson
be equally selective. If you are seeking love in bars or on Kelly & Miranda
online dating sites, you may be putting yourself at financial, P.S. Want some bonus points with us? Mention this article Chabad of Palm Beach Gardens’ season-opening Friday
emotional, and physical risk. Half the dating challenge can and how long you have been reading it when you schedule Night Live featured a presentation by Lt. Jonathan Conricus,
be overcome by looking in the right places—where quality, your first appointment. Some of you have been following official spokesperson for the Israel Defense Forces in the
honest, and successful singles gather. It's that simple. this column for more than 17 years. We thank you for that months following the October 7 massacre. The hour-long
2. Once you've found a promising person to date, be your too. Keep spreading the love! talk infused Israeli pride and Jewish passion into the hearts
best self and get to know them. Effective communication #LoveOffline #CuffingSeason #Gratitude and minds of the large crowd.
is the cornerstone of any successful relationship. Early on, #MatchmakingRoyalty #AlmostPerfect #TellYourFriends Conricus served for 24 years in the IDF as a combat
determine if your communication styles align. Refrain from #HolidayRomance #Privacy commander, diplomat, foreign relations expert, and senior
judging a book by its cover; delve into the pages and read
the story. If you need assistance with this, don’t hesitate to Kelly Leary© has 33 years in the dating industry and a
reach out. This Team is here to help--it’s in our DNA. We master’s degree in clinical psychology. She has also been
provide services far beyond matchmaking. Connection and written about in Modern Luxury Magazine Palm Beach
compassion are the language we speak, offering coaching and Modern Luxury Manhattan, The Palm Beach
and networking throughout our community of members and Post, PalmBeacher Magazine, Stuart News, Jupiter
concierge services. Magazine, and many more. Revolution Dating members
are pre-screened in person including background checks.
3. Be fun and light! Who wants to be around a perpetual Professional photos are taken by the staff. Revolution
grouch? Is whining attractive? Is constant drama and Dating is NOT online dating or blind dating. In addition
complaining appealing? We think not. If this describes to providing matchmaking services that make singles
you, it might not be the right time to join the revolution yet. “UN-single” through their exclusive club memberships,
Take some time for introspection—try yoga, read a book, Kelly and her Team also provide feedback from your
create a gratitude journal, or go for a nature walk. We attract dates when appropriate. Mock Dates are available by
physically and emotionally available people who are ready to request. Single Coaching Sessions and Evaluations are
take the next step. Always remember, an attitude of gratitude also available by request for non-members or as an add-
will get you farther than being critical and judgemental. on to some memberships. *All inquiries are confidential
4. Be extra! If you can’t be your fullest and best version of *Specializing in representing jet-setting clients with a
yourself now, at the end of the year, and during the holiday second home in the North East.
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