To the Disappointed Donors of the Giving Tree. Dissapointed Donors, It seems to me, that if one is truly giving from the heart, and donating because there is a genuine,sincere desire to give,& to help, one doesn't need recognition printed out on paper or any other form for all to see. Yes, it is nice to see one's name on a certificate, or on the computer monitor for that feeling of self-validation, But the greatest form of recognition, is the feeling in one's heart,& soul,that comes from knowing that one gave freely of themselves,to help those precious furkids who need us so badly. That,in my opinion is the truest form of recognition. That which will forever be emblazoned on one's heart. It cannot be displayed on a wall, or shown to co-workers. No "atta-boys'" to bask in the glory of. This is recognition that will be felt forever, for that donor to always have, always feel. I don't believe that seeing one's name on a computer screen, or on a piece of paper, both of which can fade away, or even disappear, will ever be as rewarding as that feeling of contentment & warmth. A feeling of one's own recognition. One comes from the knowledge that because of that donation, a little life will have been made better. Sincerely, Sue & Crew PLEASE NO SLAMS!!! This post was absolutely NOT sent to start yet another heated debate. This is just MY opinion which I wanted to share with my friends of the FML. I respect other's opinions...I just don't feel another "slamfest" is necessary. That is NOT what the FML is about. Thanks, and Happy Holidays! [Posted in FML issue 4367]