Leonard Rizzo, Author at The Tryon Daily Bulletin - Page 20 of 44

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Why I do what I do

I’m often receiving letters of gratitude, prayers and contributions to my cause. More often than not, all these arrive in a single letter. Most are ... Read more

by Leonard Rizzo, Thursday, October 27, 2016 10:00 pm

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He’s one of ours

Last night I watched a Humane Society commercial, something I rarely do anymore. Looking into the soulful eyes of these poor, neglected animals tears at ... Read more

by Leonard Rizzo, Thursday, October 20, 2016 10:00 pm

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Reflecting on the least of these, the wee pup Johnny

All too often I have dealt with cases of cruelty, neglect and indifference. Each time a new case arises that comes to my attention I ... Read more

by Leonard Rizzo, Thursday, October 13, 2016 10:00 pm

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Acts of kindness

I receive many letters full of prayers, gratitude and contributions to my cause, Lennie’s Kids. All too often I’m accused of bringing tears to someone’s ... Read more

by Leonard Rizzo, Thursday, October 6, 2016 10:00 pm

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Where there is life, there is Hope

About seven or eight years ago there was a beautiful female yellow lab wandering around Tryon and surrounding vicinities. The community had named her Stevie ... Read more

by Leonard Rizzo, Thursday, September 29, 2016 10:00 pm

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The bottom line: It isn’t easy

Today’s tale will be more about people than it is about animals. Most people are aware that I maintain two 501c3 funds that are for ... Read more

by Leonard Rizzo, Thursday, September 22, 2016 10:00 pm

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Mighty Chihuahuas

When Elaine and I first adopted Pablo (page 249 of “A Voice in the Hills”) a little over four years ago, we believed he was ... Read more

by Leonard Rizzo, Friday, September 16, 2016 9:30 am

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A quick review

I once again find myself falling behind, due to personal things, most of it being seeing doctors. This old man gets frustrated because I seem ... Read more

by Leonard Rizzo, Thursday, September 8, 2016 10:00 pm

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Difficult decisions

First of all, let me apologize for not having a photo this week, I didn’t have the time. I guess you’ll have to use your ... Read more

by Leonard Rizzo, Thursday, August 25, 2016 10:00 pm

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Reflections

I occasionally speak of the organizations I belong to and support.  They all have one thing in common, helping animals or children. I guess that’s ... Read more

by Leonard Rizzo, Thursday, August 18, 2016 10:00 pm

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