Really think about facility

To the editor:

This is not a blast on The Commercial Review, the newly built animal shelter or the recently proposed sober living facility. It is simply another point of view.

I find it interesting that Jay County was able to fund and build a new animal shelter to temporarily house discarded, abandoned, troubled animals. Living creatures that are known to have a past life filled with many struggles. Some have been or would be currently homeless without the facility. Some others made poor choices and attacked their owners, a near-by neighbor or a stranger. However, through caring treatment, compassion and proper medication many have overcome.

These animals are now someone’s best friend, loved one or bonus family member. They are there for company, companionship, security, help, service and hope.

I totally respect pets and those who care for them. Thanks to all that provide support.

Recently our new facility was chosen top 10 of newsworthy items for 2023 by The Commercial Review. I understand that.

Now for my thoughts on the sober-living facility. Re-read the above and you will see where I stand. My goal with this letter is to get you thinking instead of being told what to think.

According to a quote by Don Marquis, such an attempt can be dangerous. “If you make people think they’re thinking, they’ll love you; but if you really make them think, they’ll hate you.”

Thanks Ray Cooney for making us think.

Randy Davis

Redkey