The following note came through the mosque website.

From: Jon W. Donaldson [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
Sent: Sunday, December 19, 2010 10:08 PM
To: [log in to unmask]
Subject: Lamb/Sheep

Assalaamu 'alaykum

Please allow me to address this email to the Islamic Center of the Shenandoah Valley. I am a sheep farmer located in Highland County Virginia. Being somewhat familiar with Halal dietary requirements I was looking into the opportunity of doing business with those in the Islamic community that may need lamb or adult sheep. I can offer clean, healthy and well cared for animals. Being only a one hour travel distance from Harrisonburg the animals will be fresh and in good order. Highland County has many sheep farms and is known for its quality of animals. I believe with the right business approach I could locate other farmers and provide those animals also. This would give the Islamic community a known reliable source for their needs and provide myself with a steady market. I would be willing to make some management changes to my flock to accommodate special needs that may be required or wanted. Of course my farm would be open to inspection should you want to see the animals and husbandry practices.

Please consider the above as I submit this most respectfully,

Jon W. Donaldson