Articles written by Linda Sumption

Linda Sumption|Updated Aug 13, 2018

I brought what I thought were the right bits of equipment to launch my volunteer work at our local animal shelter — old clothes and the worn sneakers, collar and leash, dog and cat treats. I didn't realize the best piece of equipment would be a little, portable seat. I couldn't figure that out until I found a role, a place, in the life of the shelter itself. Our shelter in Portales is not pretty. I sometimes imagine how inspiring it would be to witness an army of volunteers de... Full story