My sister’s drug addiction — and what it taught me
My new dog Yoda is a rescue terrier that came to live with my younger sister, Shelley, as a way to celebrate her one-year anniversary of sobriety. Shelley’s gift with animals was remarkable and included toilet training her cat, teaching a dog to sing “Happy Birthday,” and house training a rabbit, who thought it was a cat. Shelley and Yoda, abused and discarded by his first owner, became constant companions.
Shelley spent most of her life addicted to drugs and Yoda provided a purpose and unconditional love, as well as a bridge to other dog owners and the outside world…
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Dan Satterberg
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Every year, the prosecutors in my office handle far too many cases of domestic violence. We would love to work ourselves out of a job if it meant an end to domestic abuse.
I am proud of the work my office has done to strengthen laws to prosecute domestic violence cases. We have also worked to prevent domestic abuse and partnered with organizations to help survivors.
I am proud of our work with DAWN, the Domestic Abuse Women's Network in the South Sound region. DAWN protects women and children or anyone facing domestic abuse, providing them with shelter, support and empowerment so they can build secure and violence-free lives. Please consider attending DAWN's annual gala on Oct. 27 to raise funds to help survivors of domestic violence. ... See MoreSee Less
DAWN's 22nd Annual GALA - 27 October 2018
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27 October, 5:00 PM - 900 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue, Washington 98004 - bellevue - - This night is our largest fundraiser of the year, it will be a celebration of diversity in our community benefiting...Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on Google PlusShare on Linked InShare by Email
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I'll be your prosecutor and so much more!
This morning I received an email from my opponent explaining his decision to suspend his campaign for health reasons. I wish Mr. Morris all the best in his recovery. Here is my full statement:
When you try to help people, your outcomes are way better than when you just try to punish people. And that’s what our diversion program, LEAD, is all about. https://t.co/H2rY6dSjRG