@ibmaxine, I wish I could accept your note of appreciation, however, I was merely the interviewer for this Spotlight Interview. The member who shared her inspiration for hope through her love of love of nature and animals is @sepdvm.
I really enjoyed doing this interview because, although I am not an animal/pet person, I do get inspiration through my time in nature, and spent the past week in the Great Smoky Mountains in Tennessee. It rained all week, and I was happy to have good dry boots and rain gear as my husband and I did some hiking.

Here is a long running discussion group that you might want to check out:
- What Pets Can Do: Health and Healing
connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/what-pets-can-do-health-and-healing

Hello @ibmaxine it is good to hear from you. I know how much our pets mean to us and how much they enhance our lives. Yours are a part of your support system, and even when you are not well feeling well enough to participate in all of their care, they are still providing their love and devotion to you. I hope you continue to strive for wellness and never give up hope. Stay strong.