I’ve known Antuan for five years. As we worked in the salon together, we talked about our customers, our work, and occasionally about our families.

I didn’t have the courage to ask him about his feelings and thoughts about the human injustice that’s been displayed towards Black Americans and people of color in our country.

I finally got the courage to ask Antuan if he would be willing to engage in a video conversation with me where we both share with each other about our feelings during this time of unrest and anger in our country.

Antuan agreed and we shot this video.

I found out that Antuan and I have something in common… drawing and love for our animal friends. I asked him if I can share a few of his artwork and he agreed. His art is so different from my art and when I thought about our differences, I realized this is what makes America great. It’s because every ethnic group brings their unique cultural gifts to the table. When we are able to open our eyes and hearts and learn from each other, the end product is called INNOVATION!

Thank you Antuan for opening up your heart to me. We all have a lot to learn from each other. We will create societal changes by working together toward our goal.

Surely you’ve seen some of the videos of penguins wandering around zoos and wildlife flourishing in cities while the human traffic is diminished. What about video chats? How many of you have met your co-workers dogs and cats or introduced your pet on a Zoom call? Animals bring us all so much joy, especially at times of crisis. How do you think rescued animals and animal welfare organizations are surviving during this COVID-19 season? Please watch this video conversation I had with Brenna Anderst of Pasado’s Safe Haven.

Meet Some Very Special Animals…

Here is a story of Babs, Ole’ and Jaque. We at Studio 904 Hair Design have been supporting Ole’ and Jaques for three years. These sweet donkeys are loved by our team and customers. Watch this video!

Visit Pasado’s Online for a Virtual Tour

Join Pasado’s Safe Haven for our first-ever virtual tour! You’ll have a chance to “meet” the charming animal residents from the comfort of your home as they take you on a walk around the sanctuary.

Date: Saturday, June 6 11am – 12pm

Sign up here: https://www.pasadosafehaven.org/tours/ 

If you’re interested in learning more about Pasado’s Safe Haven and the important fight to end animal cruelty, please visit https://www.pasadosafehaven.org/