tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1870152115683426710.post3415076054430671304..comments2024-03-25T11:56:19.938-04:00Comments on Goochland on my mind: Greener pastures, where men and horses save each otherS. E. Warwickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16617370499414107804noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1870152115683426710.post-82461758469459899132016-09-22T11:36:56.315-04:002016-09-22T11:36:56.315-04:00I have had the great, and good fortune to have a v...I have had the great, and good fortune to have a volunteer position with TRF for a number of years. As the inmates rotate through the program I am truly fascinated by the transformation in the men as they begin and end their "tour" of learning, instructing and generally caring for their "charges" (horse). The genuine attachment that develops between the two is beautiful to see. So much happens in the space of weeks to solidify feelings of self worth, feelings lying beneath the surface waiting to be released. <br />Having held the position of Legislative Aide to then Lt. Gov. John Hagar I staffed the Faith Based Committee which dealt with "recidivison in the prison system. This program with the Thorobred Retirement Foundation is such a worthwhile example in supporting new beginnings and giving these men a true opportunity to leave their incarceration for a useful life. We need more.<br />Oh, and another important piece of information: I am in charge of the Southern States Proof of Purchase program. In a nutshell ~ If you are fortunate to have horses and feed So. States grain cut out the Proof Of Purchase "stamp" and save. Each of these are worth 25 cents. Really adds up quickly and winter is coming on. We have bought a lot of hay since beginning the program and and many thanks to the horse owners and Southern States for their support.<br />You may mail or bring the stamps to P.O.Box 112, Crozier, Va 23039, my attention<br />Sherwood (Sherry) Sackett - e-mail below.swsacketthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06778310226039915670noreply@blogger.com