This one is close to my heart. Elmer was rescued in New Mexico with severe injuries to his nose and jaw. It is suspected his head was run over by a car. His teeth stick out sideways and his muscles have atrophied giving his head a sunken look on the sides. I read about his story on a trip to New Mexico and called the rescuer to see if I could use him as a model. Upon meeting him, my sadness about his story was replaced by the joy Elmer has in his heart. He has a spirit that rises above appearances.