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A Simple Thank You To … Cindy Thomas And Bert Headden

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From Equest CEO Lili Kellogg,“We would like to give ‘A Simple Thank You to’ Cindy Thomas and Bert Headden for their everlasting commitment, contributions, and devotion to Equest.“Cindy’s involvement at Equest goes back to 1991, just 10 years after Equest was founded. She started as a therapist and began implementing the Hippotherapy (PT/OT) program, which uses the … [Read more...] about A Simple Thank You To … Cindy Thomas And Bert Headden

A Simple Thank You To … SPCA Of Texas

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According to SPCA of Texas Former Board Chair Katy Murray,“The SPCA of Texas has had a lot to be thankful for this past year, from saving thousands of animal’s lives, expanding community services and initiatives to celebrating their 80th anniversary. But, none of it would have been possible without the dedication and support from the SPCA of Texas’ sponsors. In 2018, … [Read more...] about A Simple Thank You To … SPCA Of Texas

2019 Equest Gala Letters Are Galloping To Mailboxes This Week

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 Equest Women’s Auxiliary Founder Louise Griffeth’s home-sweet-home was filled to the max with Santas, Nutcrackers, Wise Men and all types of Christmas touches with the help of The Garden Gate’s Junior Villanueva. But on the week of December 17, she advised the floral designer that the dining room table would be off limits. It needed to be clear of decorations to … [Read more...] about 2019 Equest Gala Letters Are Galloping To Mailboxes This Week

The Beginning Of A New Year May Spell The End Of A Beautiful Relationship

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With fireworks coloring the skies and TV screens, the beginning of a new year blasts forward in just hours. Sadly, it may be the end of a beloved relationship.Each year as humans celebrate the coming of a new 365 days with celebrations of fireworks, it is a mind-blowing event for their critters. Evidently, they haven’t gotten the memo that it’s all for fun and not … [Read more...] about The Beginning Of A New Year May Spell The End Of A Beautiful Relationship

MySweetWishList: Equest Women’s Auxiliary

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According to Equest Women’s Auxiliary President Cara French,“When Equest Women’s Auxiliary founder Louise Griffeth started the organization 30 years ago, Equest was known as Freedom Ride and many people were unfamiliar with the cause and how to become supporters.  The program has changed dramatically over the years. Equest has received national recognition for … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Equest Women’s Auxiliary

MySweetWishList: SPCA Of Texas

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According to SPCA of Texas volunteer Eric Broughton,“There is a saying by American author W. Bruce Cameron that, ‘When we adopt a dog or any pet, we know it is going to end with us having to say goodbye, but we still do it. And we do it for a very good reason: They bring so much joy and optimism and happiness. They attack every moment of every day with that … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: SPCA Of Texas

JUST IN: Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon And Style Show Results In A Jaw Opening Check

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The season of giving continues for nonprofits. This time the handing over of funds took place at Etro before the store opened this morning. Since Equest Women's Auxiliary Luncheon and Style Show Chair Heather Randall had a 9 a.m. phone conference, the presentation of the check was scheduled for 8:30 a.m. Oops! It seems that someone had an accident on the Dallas North Tollway … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon And Style Show Results In A Jaw Opening Check

MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert!: 2018 Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon And Style Show

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Before the models walked the runway at Brook Hollow for the annual Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon and Style Show on Tuesday, October 2, Alex Salser brought home the reason why Equest’s therapeutic programs are life-changing experiences.And while the adult models did a flawless job in Highland Park Village fashions, the munchkin models absolutely stole the … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert!: 2018 Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon And Style Show

Equest Women’s Auxiliary Style Show And Luncheon Had Tears And Cheers Plus Some Munchkin Scene-Stealing

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To all the world Alex Salser was an adorable teenager with long brown curls and a homecoming queen smile. But since her birth, Alex’s body had been posing all types of challenges due to Long-chain L-3 hydroxyacyl-CoA dehydrogenase deficiency (LCHAD), which meant that her body would not accept fat. That meant no French fries, bacon or ice cream. But over the year the very active … [Read more...] about Equest Women’s Auxiliary Style Show And Luncheon Had Tears And Cheers Plus Some Munchkin Scene-Stealing

Equest Gala Co-Chairs Annie And Teal Griffeth’s Love Story Is The Stuff That Arabian Nights Are Made Of

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Sometimes a friend’s setting you up on a date works… sometimes it doesn’t. In the case of Annie and Teal Griffeth, it worked bigtime and Equest is one of the beneficiaries.Backstory: Before Teal shipped out to Afghanistan, a friend introduced him to an artist friend — Annie — who had attended high school with the buddy in Hawaii. Over the next seven years, Teal served as a … [Read more...] about Equest Gala Co-Chairs Annie And Teal Griffeth’s Love Story Is The Stuff That Arabian Nights Are Made Of