heaven on earth.

I have recently learned about a farm animal sanctuary roughly 60 miles from my humble abode in Royal Oak - Santuary and Safe Haven for Animals (SASHA Farm), and is the midwest's largest farm animal sanctuary. I'm thinking that if I didn't have to make an income and could do anything I wanted, that working at an animal sanctuary would be one of the most rewarding jobs. It's definitely not glamorous, but spending time with rescued animals on sprawling lush pastures sounds pretty great. SASHA Farm has anything from cows to cats, and they provide a safe and comforting environment for unwanted, neglected and abused animals.

Perhaps one of the biggest heros on the farm is the infamous steer, Jefferson, who broke free while being loaded on a truck headed to the slaughterhouse. He touched the hearts of thousands by escaping his brutal fate and running through some of the busiest streets in Detroit. He was eventually captured, and then was lucky enough to start a new life at SASHA Farm after intense negotiations and public outcry. According to the website, Jefferson has "grown quite a bit since his arrival at the sanctuary, but remains a gentle, quiet soul."

Is that not the cutest face? Luckily, SASHA Farm runs a tour once a month, so I will have to find a buddy who will go with me to learn more about the farm and their adorable animals. And of course out of respect for the animals, they ask that you refrain from bringing any meat products onto the farm.