My name is Tammy Barrows-Goddard. I’ve recently divorced so many of you may know me as Tammy Goddard. With time, I am shifting back to my maiden name Tammy Barrows. I am the proud mother of three amazing Children. My son Baylie is a Data Analyst who reminds me to live life to the fullest, not to take it too seriously and to have fun along the way. My son Noah is in the Army and has shown me to go for your dreams, hard work pays off and you don’t always have to follow the crowd. My daughter is attending SUNY Cortland and is my voice of reason, my reality check and keeps my feet on the ground. I am also the proud mother of three dogs and a cat- a Newfypoo, Topher Jo, two Golden doodles, Hazel Josephine and Violet Josephine...all of whom make my life so much better. 

I’ve worked in the early childhood field my entire career as a teacher, program supervisor, mentor and national trainer- training social emotional programs. Throughout the years of my life, my work has exposed me to so much happiness, lots of good times and many accomplishments- I am so proud. I’ve also had my fair share of hard times, struggles and defeat. When times are good, they are good, and what I've found is when times are hard there isn’t always support available in our community to help us cope and get through those difficult times and experiences. Josephine was a very special part of my life and the support she gave me was unmeasurable. Josie’s journey is my way of honoring Josie and giving back to my community. Any of us who have loved an animal of any kind can attest to the love and comfort they provide for us. Josie’s Journey has been created to provide canine comfort to individuals/organizations during times of crisis and what constitutes a crisis is identified by the individual/organization. I am excited to begin offering canine comfort sessions and look forward to lending a caring paw in any way that supports our community.