Santa came early to this dog as Tammy Grimes

TIME should’ve put Tammy Grimes on the front cover in stead of Russian President, Vladimir Putin, as Person of the Year, thinks the Grumpy Vegan. Her courageous action in saving the life of one dog — for which she has been found guilty of theft and receiving stolen property — displays more leadership than the Moscow megalomaniac. Read her Open Letter and thank God (if she exists) that the likes of Tammy walk this Earth. There are, of course, thousands of people like Tammy — you’re most likely one! — who dedicate every waking moment to how they can help animals. Take a moment over the next few days to hold closely the companion animals you live with. Imagine that all of the world’s animals are also there with you in your arms. And weep. Because all they have is us.