Marion:

It has been very long since I had the pleasure to speak with you. [At the time] I was doing my ride-along with Steve [Bordi] in Camden. For 2 years I have been working here as ACO/ACI and doing my best not to burn out.

I  have been thinking of you a lot lately. Although I read Sarah's story before, I read it again and have to say that it has boosted me up again to continue on.

I hope that all is well with you. I, on the other hand, still have trouble to find the right balance between being on and off duty. I don't belief I am ever really off, too much to do, too many calling for help [regarding] either an  abandoned house, abusive owner, starvation, and everything this city brings. 

"You can't save them all" is a line I despise, but it's true. Your past and ongoing work has been inspiring me from the beginning and still [does] today...THANK  YOU!

Ute Thompson
Camden ACO

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Editor's note: Professional animal control for a struggling city.
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