Looking back at the beginning of my internship, I was irrationally nervous about working with kids. Being constantly in the presence of kids and taking things into their perspective has opened up a whole new world for me. It’s almost as if I now have a kid friendly aura. Before this summer I was not considering having kids of my own, and now my entire life plans have been flipped upside-down (In a good way). I feel 100 percent more inclined to care for, and even just chat with younger children.

The daily activities of PAWS camp have encouraged me to do more volunteer work at My Angel With Paws. I am interested in the first steps of training a service dog, and specifically the weekend foster program. I don’t think I have enough time to care for a service dog full time, but a weekend responsibility is perfect. I have learned so much about general check-ups and taking care of house pets. I mentioned the outlandish idea of a veterinary degree in my earlier posts, but with some more consideration and research I might be applying to a veterinary technician program.

I am still going to apply to the masters program at Stetson; Educating for Social Justice, but I am extremely interested in both fields which poses somewhat of a dilemma so I am leaving my options open. I am so thankful for the experience at the Halifax Humane Society, I have had some unique experiences at the camp and can only benefit from all that I’ve encountered.