A year ago tonight, I did not sleep a wink. The culmination of years of school (and a boatload of student loans ), working myself to the bone, being 8 months pregnant, and taking a huge leap of faith were about to come together with the opening of Little Veterinary Services the very next day. I prayed that I would have clients and patients to take care of. I prayed that chasing this dream was not about to bankrupt my family. I prayed that my little baby who was not even born would understand one day all my sacrifices for these animals and this business. I prayed for my staff to be ready and willing.
This last year has been one of the best years of my life and I owe so many thanks to so many people. My family for being my support, my husband who has put in so many hours at the clinic with me and been my rock. My veterinary friends whom I have called on for their wisdom. My contractor who probably hopes I lose his phone number. My mom and dad who always believed that I was going to be a great vet with a clinic even in the darkest hours. My sisters who are my best friends and biggest supporters.
I have a wonderful staff who are my family too and day in and day out work in the trenches with me. I have these clients! Oh my gosh these clients…I cannot begin to describe these great people who have put their trust in me. I am honored by you all. These patients that I have been graciously allowed to care for are my heart. I go to God in prayer and thank him for allowing me to care for His creatures as we are to be the stewards and care givers of His creations. Lord, I am humbled that you have allowed me to care for these animals.
So thank you all from the bottom of my heart. Being a veterinarian was my dream but what we have created at my little clinic is more than veterinary medicine, it is a community. Thank you for letting me serve my community.
