HOW THE WORLD FELL FOR FRIDA RESCUE DOG’S LEGACY LIVES ON
Dressed in protective goggles, blue booties, and a matching vest, this incredible rescue dog became a symbol of hope in Mexico. Frida, a cheerful
While the nation was devastated by the disaster, this smiley rescue pup brought worldwide attention to the tragedy. Frida’s dedication (and impeccable style) quickly made her an internet celebrity, and soon, murals of the lifesaving canine graced the walls of Mexico City. Even Captain America, aka Chris Evans, gave Frida a shoutout on Twitter, adding, “What did we do to deserve dogs?” The hero dog then traveled the world, helping countries suffering from the aftermath of disastrous earthquakes. Frida saved lives in Haiti and Ecuador before retiring from her position in 2019 at 10 years old to live the rest of her days in comfort and love. Sadly, the Mexican Navy announced Frida’s passing in November 2022 due to old age. She was 13 years old. In her honor, a magnificent bronze statue of Frida, clad in goggles and boots, stands in front of the Mexican Navy office in Mexico City. On the day of her death, the Mexican Navy changed their Twitter banner to an illustration of Frida and spread the hashtag “#HastaSiempreFrida.” Frida will always be remembered for her lifesaving work and the hope she embodied for the entire world.
yellow Labrador retriever, was a devoted member of
the Mexican Navy known for her search and rescue skills. Trained to find people trapped under rubble after earthquakes, Frida always worked hard to save lives.
Frida became a national hero when a devastating earthquake hit Mexico City in 2017. The 7.1 magnitude earthquake took
more than 300 lives and injured many more. While sifting through dangerous debris and aftershocks, Frida saved 12 people after finding them alive while uncovering more than 40 bodies during her lifesaving career.
Bring on the Bonding! IDEAS TO STRENGTHEN YOUR RELATIONSHIP WITH YOUR KIDS
Spending individual quality time with your children is critical to a strong bond. Conversations you might not otherwise have are easier to initiate when you have one-on-one time. Every kid wishes to spend time with their parent and have their full attention, so devoting one-on-one time to bond with your children is vital. When you spend individual time bonding with each of your children, you’ll learn even more about them than before! Of course, set aside the same amount of time and effort for each child to ensure no one has hurt feelings. Creating a colorful, sticker-filled calendar with everyone’s special bonding time mapped out can keep everyone in the loop and excited about their respective activities! Here are some outing ideas to consider. Pottery Night at Home (or a Studio) A crowd-pleaser for all ages, pottery can be a creative and fun activity to share with your child or teen. You can keep it simple by sticking with clay, sculpting tools, and paints. Or, you can take your kid to a
pottery studio where an instructor can guide you both. Whatever you choose, you and your child will enjoy letting your creativity flow while spending quality time together. You might even make your new favorite cup or bowl along the way! Arcade Fun Near You While many kids spend much of their time with their eyes glued to screens already, an arcade allows you to turn that video game passion into quality family bonding. Have your kids show you the hip new games available while you school them with old- school classics like pinball or Skee-Ball. Most arcades have prize counters, so you can get souvenirs to remember the trip! A Nature Walk Easy and affordable, a nature walk lets you and your child get some fresh air. Inspect all the plants, animals, insects, and leaves you find on your path. This can be a great learning experience for younger kids and a fun
afternoon activity for you both. Take it to the next level by having a picnic with snacks and drinks!
Lunch and a Matinee The phrase “dinner and a show” has been around for a long time, but lunch and a matinee turns the date classic into a family bonding experience. Going earlier in the day makes the food and tickets cheaper, and theaters tend to run more kid-friendly movies earlier in the day. Taking the time to go to one of your child’s favorite pit stops, followed by a movie you can both enjoy, is the recipe for meaningful bonding! When you take the time to bond one-on-one with your child, they’ll be excited to go to new places and make new memories with just the two of you. Make these outings unforgettable by giving your child your full attention and enjoying each other’s company.
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