Peace Caravan, kind of

Tuesday, 2/13, I was lucky enough to participate in Mayor Pat McCrory's Caravan to Raleigh. Five busloads of concerned Charlotte residents trekked to the state capitol to speak with legislators about the crime issues in the city. I personally have never felt threatened but I hear story after story of home burglaries and car break-ins. The problem is that the offenders have a revolving door. The police keep arresting the same criminals and then prosecution takes an incredibly long time (because of the lack of DA's) to go to trial. After that there's no room in the jails so they're back out on the street quickly. It was an exhausting day but I think very productive. The Hospitality & Tourism Alliance helped the Mayor's office put together the trip and they went all out to make us comfortable. The press was there in droves and the politicians actually listened to the stories. I sat in the bus with 2 moms who lost their teenage sons to senseless violence. It was very sad.

The rest of the week has flown by. I couldn't believe it was already Friday. I feel like I'm not achieving enough, every day! And then I just have to back off and realize I'm only human. Cats & Dogs of Charlotte is starting to come together (the electronic version!). We have our cover, Blair Miller, and his two boxers. I'm very excited. I still need to connect with the advertisers. It takes time!!!

To all my readers, please spread the message of love and peace in your every day conduct. I will try and do the same.

Sara Abrams
visit: www.CatsAndDogsofCharlotte.com