Stonebird

We are incredibly moved that Leonie Morris, of Pups and Paws Prevention was inspired by the Stonebird ethos to create a wonderful gift idea to sell to raise money for several charities she is passionate about helping, both in the UK and abroad, in particular PennyPaws Rescue charity who we are also delighted to support through providing art and pictures for animations.  She recently sent us these delightful birds with some bird seed and the wonderful laminated information about the Stonebird belief that everyone is precious and their presence matters. This is also true of the animals that she is supporting in this incredible way. We are proud to support Pups and Paws Prevention CIC. You can see the website here for more information and available products. https://www.pupspawsprevention.com/?fbclid=IwY2xjawGQg3hleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHUKVL-zwSKLa6hxovyrfPt3oOXQufjiS3fKFWHuUzWpgfnXFSzi2jzZhMQ_aem_I2JGK5hZUpD0ZuoAQN3Z-w What is so moving, as you can see from the post below, she is raising a...

  ADVOCATING FOR SOMEONE WHO IS VERY ILL For me, deep down shy, reserved, not wanting to upset people, as I am, of my most difficult roles is that of advocate, speaking up on behalf of my wife, doing what requires doing, to ensure her needs are met. Basically, you just have to do it, but this, as I discovered recently helping my wife in hospital, is not that easy. It can take incredible courage and extraordinary determination, on your part, to put yourself out there. To do it, to get what the person needs, whether that is a glass of water or an entire service, you are going to need good negotiating skills. You will need a solid grasp of the issues and facts, so that you are not outwitted by the other's, all too common, "yes/buts", leading you away from truth, to their relative view. You must be aware of how a relative view corrupts truth. You need to stand firm for the person’s and their reality especially where others are angry, limited, misinterpreting or compromisin...