Blind Hope
An Unwanted Do & the Woman She Rescued
Kim Meeder and Laurie Sacher
Waterbrook Multnomah Publishing Group
9781601422804
7/20/2010
178 pages
Price: 13.99
Trade Paperback
Blind Hope is an uplifting and inspirational story true story. This book is a must for a youth pastor's library to aid young people searching to find themselves. It would also be beneficial for a guidance counselor or any anyone struggling with their past and trying to find their way into the future. Once I started reading it I could not put it down and read it in a day.
Blind Hope is a touching story about the Crystal Peaks Youth Ranch run by author and co-founder, Kim Meeder. The camp, in Oregon, is a place where disadvantaged children are paired with rescued animals and together they find healing and hope.
Laurie Sacher, co-author, finds her way to the ranch and becomes a staff member. While there she "adopts" an unwanted and unloved Australian Shepherd she names, Chiquita Mia (my little girl). The story of the great rescue unfolds only to find the reader wondering just who is rescued. Laurie rescues Mia from a terrible life and gives her a new life full of love, hope, and trust. But, Mia gives Laurie the path to God as both "wretched creatures" learn to trust and hope again. It is a wonderful story where a four legged blind dog gives her two legged master sight!
Kim Meeder is the cofounder and director of Crystal Peaks Youth Ranch, an organization that rescues abused and dying horses and pairs them with children in need. Kim’s first book, Hope Rising, propelled the ranch to win the national Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Award and launched her extensive public/motivational speaking schedule at schools, churches, and governmental conferences across the United States. She and her husband, Troy, have been married for twenty-five years and live in Central Oregon. The size of their family fluctuates each year with the number of horses and kids that they rescue.
Visit her website: http://www.crystalpeaksyouthranch.org/
My Thoughts: As a pastors wife/youth leader/rescued pup owner I truly related to this story. I work with a number of youth that this story could be about. The book gave me insight into what they are feeling and how to help them. This story is a must read for anyone who has someone in their lives that is running from God, or anyone who needs a shot in their arm concerning their own relationshipe with Jesus Christ. It is a great way to start the New Year.
Disclosure: I received this book from Waterbrook Multnomah Publishing Group as part of their Blogger Review Program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinion I expressed is my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides concerning the use and endorsements and testimonials in advertising."
The story unfolds at the Crystal Peaks Youth Ranch, run by author and co-founder, Kim Meeder. The Ranch is in Oregan and is a place where disadvantaged children are paired with rescued animals and together they find healing and unconditional love.
Laurie Sacher, co-author, finds her way to the rance and becomes a staff member. While there she "adopts" an unwanted and very unhealthy Australian Shepherd she names, Chiquita Mia (my little girl). The story of the great rescue unfolds, only the reader is wondering just who actually is rescued. Laurie rescues Mia from a terrible life and gives her a chance to thrive, grow healthy, and be loved. But, Mia gives Laurie the path to God as both "wretched creatures" learn to trust and hope again.
Kim Meeder is the cofounder and director of Crystal Peaks Youth Ranch, an organization that rescues abused and dying horses and pairs them with children in need. Kim’s first book, Hope Rising, propelled the ranch to win the national Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Award and launched her extensive public/motivational speaking schedule at schools, churches, and governmental conferences across the United States. She and her husband, Troy, have been married for twenty-five years and live in Central Oregon. The size of their family fluctuates each year with the number of horses and kids that they rescue.
Visit her website: http://www.crystalpeaksyouthranch.org/
As a pastor's wife/youth leader and rescue pup owner this story was very touching. Many of the youth I work with are just like Laurie. They are running from God and have not yet realized just how important God is in their lives and how much he loves them inspite of what they have done. I was one of those youths myself so I recognize the signs. This is a must read story for anyone who has a family member that fits into that category. Even if you don't you will love reading this sweet story about finding oneself through a four legged blind dog.
Disclosure: I received this book from Waterbrook Multnomah Publishing Group as part of their blogger review program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides concerning the use of endorsements and testimonials in advertising."
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