HOW 2 UNWANTED DOGS BECAME IRREPLACEABLE FAMILY MEMBERS A NEW LEASH ON LIFE
In a delightful twist of fate at the Greenville Humane Society in South Carolina, two shelter dogs with very different stories found something special in each other — friendship. Boone is a majestic white dog who can understand sign language due to his deafness. His companion, Rellie, is a sweet soul with a shy streak, making her a bit of a wallflower. Despite their differences and lack of adoption, or maybe because of them, these two formed an inseparable bond. Boone and Rellie spent their days side by side, their walks and play sessions at the shelter becoming the stuff of mini-adventures. “They played every day in the playgroup. They were the best of friends,” Emily Zheng, the marketing manager at the shelter, told The Herald in Rock Hill, S.C. Unfortunately, neither dog found their forever home and spent a combined 450 days at the shelter. Yet, their friendship blossomed so visibly that it caught the eye of a compassionate adopter who had been following their tales online. This kind soul, touched by the dogs’ loyalty to each other and moved by their quirks, made the heartwarming decision to adopt Boone and Rellie together, ensuring their bond would last a lifetime. After meeting the duo, the adopter was convinced that their home had enough room for two more hearts.
continues to update us and tells us that they’re both doing wonderfully and are settling in.
Our hearts are full. This is a reminder of why we do what we do and why we show up every day for the homeless pets in our community. Why we never give up.”
Their story is a sparkling example of the unexpected joys of giving shelter pets a second chance. So, if you’re ever thinking about bringing a pet into your life, let Boone and Rellie’s story inspire you. Who knows? Maybe you’ll find your own
dynamic duo, ready to fill your home with double the love and double the fun. Remember, every shelter pet has a unique story waiting to unfold with you.
Since moving to their new home, Boone and Rellie have been living the dream. The shelter’s Facebook page beams with pride: “Their new family
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EATS WITH ELLIE
CITRUS-HERB PORK ROAST
INGREDIENTS •
1 boneless pork sirloin roast (3–4 pounds)
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1 tbsp grapefruit juice 1 tbsp steak sauce
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2 tsp dried oregano 1/2 tsp ground ginger
1 tbsp reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tsp grated orange zest
1 tsp pepper
1 tsp salt
2 medium onions, cut into thin wedges 1 cup plus 3 tbsp orange juice, divided
3 tbsp cornstarch Egg noodles, cooked
1 tbsp sugar
DIRECTIONS 1.
Cut roast in half. In a small bowl, combine oregano, ginger, and pepper; rub over pork. In a large skillet coated with oil, brown roast on all sides. Transfer to a slow cooker; add onions. 2. In a small bowl, combine 1 cup orange juice, sugar, grapefruit juice, steak sauce, and soy sauce; pour over roast. Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours or until meat is tender. Remove meat and onions to a platter. 3. Transfer cooking juices to a small saucepan. Add orange zest and salt. Bring to a boil. Combine cornstarch and remaining orange juice. Gradually stir into the pan for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with pork and noodles.
Inspired by TasteOfHome.com
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