I am a 50-something Christian Panthiest Minister, artist, animal lover, activist, Detroit Dog Examiner, animal rescuer, foster dog mom. I love nature, animals, and the earth.

I have been with my partner for 19 years. We live with 4 dogs (plus the odd foster dog), 6 birds (1 Lovebird and 5 Budgies) and 1 Betta. I am the Detroit Dogs Examiner (www.examiner.com/x-3020-Detroit-Dogs-Examiner) for examiner.com and write blogs on several websites.

I am a minister in the Universal Life Church and provide pet blessings, pet funerals, and other pet-related celebrations for anyone who wants them. My website is www.allcreaturesulc.com. In addition, I am currently involved in starting a church where ALL CREATURES, human and otherwise, are welcome at all services.

As an artist, I do wood-burned signs, plaques, and pet portraits (www.cbarber-art.com). I also work in colored pencil, pastels, and acrylics. I am also a crazy gardener and find spirit and inspiration for my art in the garden surrounded by nature.