Friday, February 8, 2008

DOG LESSONS

Lessons we can learn from a dog - from an emai...

Live simply.
Love generously.
Care deeply.
Speak kindly.
When loved ones come home, always run to greet them.
Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride.
Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure ecstasy.
Take naps.
Stretch before rising.
Run, romp, and play daily.
Thrive on attention and let people touch you.
Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.
On warm days, stop to lie on your back on the grass.
On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree.
When you're happy, dance around and wag your entire body.
Delight in the simple joy of a long walk.
Be loyal.
Never pretend to be something you're not.
If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it.
When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by and nuzzle them gently.

3 comments:

Rory said...

That's great! And also works as a list of reasons why i tend to like dogs better than people.

Well, okay, to be completely honest, i secretly like people more than i'm willing to let on. But don't tell anyone else.

Doorman-Priest said...

Aha. The theology of dog-ownership. Love it.

I allow my friend Ellie to keep "my" dog. He's a guide dog, but in his heart he belongs to me!

Anonymous said...

This is awesome!

Thank you.

I was going to mention a few dog tricks i learned over the weekend but i didn't want spoil the serenity of your post.

Hope you're well, Sir!