Not sure where this came from, so if you can identify the author, please let me know. Thanks to friend-of-the-blogger, Wendy, for sending this to me.
From time to time, people tell me “Lighten up, it’s just a dog,” or “That’s a lot o money for just a dog.” They don’t understand the distance traveled, time spent, or costs involved for “Just a dog.”
Some of my proudest moments have come about with “Just a dog.” Many hours have passed with my only company being “Just a dog,” and not once have I felt slighted. Some of my saddest moments were brought about by “Just a dog.” In those days of darkness, the gentle touch of “Just a dog” provided comfort and purpose to overcome the day.
If you, too, think it’s “Just a dog,” you will probably understand phrases like “Just a friend,” “Just a sunrise,” or “Just a promise.” “Just a dog” brings into my life the very essence of friendship, trust, and pure unbridled joy. “Just a dog” brings out the compassion and patience that make me a better person. Because of “Just a dog” I will rise early, take long walks, and look longingly to the future.
For me and folks like me, it’s not “Just a dog.” It’s an embodiment of all the hopes an dreams of the future, the fond memories of the past, and the pure joy of the moment. “Just a dog” brings out what’s good in me and diverts my thoughts away from myself and the worries of the day.
I hope that someday people can understand it’s not “Just a dog.” It’s the thing that gives me humanity and keeps me from being “Just a woman.”
OK, now be honest – how many of you have a tear in your eyes after reading this?
Until next time,
Good day, and good dog!
The city of Guangzhou, China (formerly known as Canton) has a new regulation set to take effect on July 1st. This law will allow each family to have only one dog, regardless of how many they now have.
What do you think, readers? I know many people are vehemently opposed to cloning, but I wonder if it’s situational or absolute. What if the clonee is a hero? Here’s the scoop, according to the NY Daily News.
Have you ever caught your dog doing something, then scolded him, only to be met with a very sheepish look from your dog? Our collie used to slink to the floor when she was discovered on the living room couch. She actually looked like she was trying to disappear under the carpet.
Thanks to my sister for sending along this entirely sexist tidbit!