I learned about this sweet chihuahua, Peanut, after Frankie’s book flew by plane in my neighbor’s suitcase as a gift to their friends, Andy and Jennifer, who run the Peanut Pet Shelterin Playa del Carmen, Mexico.

I was touched and saddened to read their story, but found joy in what they did with their heartbreak.  I couldn’t help but think yet again how everything happens for a reason.  I also couldn’t help but think how some souls come to this earth for a brief, short time on a specific mission, and then off they go again.  In their place they leave a huge amount of love and compassion.  This was Peanut’s mission.

Not wanting to give his whole story away, I encourage you to read about Andy and Jennifer’s inspiration in Peanut and how the shelter began.  The video with the story had me giggling with delight and saying, “You go, Peanut!”  What a sweetheart!

Thank you, Andy and Jennifer for all you do for the animals in Playa del Carmen and a special thank you to Peanut for teaching all of us that no matter our time here on earth, short or long, we can make a positive impact… and no matter our size… we can do anything.