R.T. Fitch’s life has been anything but ordinary. Straight out of high school, he joined the U.S. Air Force Band during the Vietnam era, and while stationed in Hawaii, he spent weekends at Sea Life Park training penguins, sea lions, and whales. His path through life has taken many unexpected turns—including more than a few lessons in love—until meeting his wife, Terry, brought a lasting partnership and a shared passion for animals.
Over the course of his adult career, R.T. worked internationally in multiple countries, gaining a broad, global perspective that colors both his worldview and his writing. Now rooted in Texas, he and Terry live on a small farm surrounded by four-legged companions with paws, claws, and hooves. Together, they have devoted years to equine rescue and wild horse protection.
An ordained volunteer chaplain and professional Santa Claus for a local historical society—with Terry by his side as Mrs. Claus—R.T. brings warmth, wisdom, and joy to every season. His work reflects a life of service, wonder, and connection to both people and animals.
He is the author of Straight from the Horse’s Heart, a moving collection of true rescue stories and spiritual reflections, and Fangs of Light, a supernatural tale steeped in symbolic and metaphorical storytelling. The first in a planned trilogy, Fangs of Light blends myth and mystery to explore themes of identity, redemption, and the power of empathy—offering readers not only suspense and intrigue but a deeper look at the light and shadow within us all.
Because safety, fun, and community celebration can go hand in hand As the Fourth of July approaches, many families are looking for safe, festive, and free ways to celebrate Independence Day. Whether you want to stay close to home or venture out a bit, there are several excellent […]
Yikes. I just got home from my weekend work project—you know, the kind of gig a retired Santa takes on when the sleigh’s parked and the reindeer are off-duty. (What can I say? Post-Christmas boredom is real.) On a total whim, I decided to check the Cyberbeast’s security […]
“Terry and I had a true scare in Blitzen the Cyberbeast, last night, that was so severe I was still rattled when I climbed out of bed this morning. In an effort to find peace, I put my pen to it and share this true story with ya’all, […]
Source: The Dodo “This clip never fails to bring a smile! Over the years, our equine companions have been so enthusiastic about turning every bit of water into a dance floor that we’ve had to take defensive measures—water buckets mounted on fences, troughs elevated on bricks—all in a […]
Okay, all you equine loving crazy cat ladies, I am married to one, here is a great story of interspecies love and mutual rescue…a true feel good moment. (We have rescued horses, dogs, cats and Koi on site…so we GET it!)
Source: The Dodo When this wild horse dad and his family were rounded up and sold, one woman promised to track down every mare and baby for him — watch how proud he is to finally run with all of them 1 year later 💕 Thank you to […]
Not much on content but a whole boatload of laughs, overall!!! ViralHog
In the United States, the day before Father’s Day has been designated National Dog Dad Day…we missed you by a few hours but here is a tribute for your enjoyment!!! The Dodo
Stray barn kitten decides he’s never leaving this woman’s side, even when she’s riding horses ❤️ The Dodo
Nestled quietly away in our Wildwood community is a loving family who successfully raised their children into adulthood, encouraging them to pursue their dreams with gusto and strive for perfection at every turn. As luck, or great parenting, would have it, they did!
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