Waking up before dawn has become my sanctuary—a time where the world is still, and I can breathe. Each morning, between 4 and 5 a.m., I rise to feed my beloved animals, Oliver, Willow and her five babies. I also tend to the daily chores. With the arrival of Willow's babies this past April, the early hours have transformed from a simple routine into a cherished ritual. After the animals are fed and the chores are done, I step out onto the deck with a steaming cup of coffee. Th
