Turning Pain Into Purpose

Turning Pain Into Purpose

“It’s going to take some time…healing always does. Embrace the road you’re walking; be patient with the process; you’re going to make it out alive.” I’m going write this essay off of the words to this song “Make It Out Alive” by...
Medetomidine: Another Threat

Medetomidine: Another Threat

Medetomidine. What is it? It’s another threat we need to be aware of.  Medetomidine vs. xylazine: Medetomidine and xylazine are quite similar but have some differences. Both drugs are alpha-2 adrenergic agonists, (2) which are used for sedation, analgesia, and muscle...
Find Purpose In the Pain—Mari’s own words!

Find Purpose In the Pain—Mari’s own words!

I’m going to start out by reading from Amara’s journal that she kept in her last treatment place. If any of you knew Mari, she was an excellent writer and wrote straight from her heart. This entry was made 10 months before she died: “I pray I can continue to match my...