Lessons taught by your dog!

anewattitude
anewattitude Posts: 483 Member
edited October 4 in Chit-Chat
A friend sent me one of those inspirational type emails today and I thought it was worth sharing. The story started off with an explanation of a 6 year old boy's dog that had to be euthanized by the vet. While the parents and the vet hung around the child to see how he would react they were discussing why animals tend to have shorter lives. Without realizing he was even paying attention they were stunned when the boy chimed in with his thoughts:


He said, ''People are born so that they can learn how to live a good life -- like loving everybody all the time and being nice, right?''
The Six-year-old continued,''Well, dogs already know how to do that, so they don't have to stay as long.''

Moral of story:

Live simply.
Love generously.
Care deeply.
Speak kindly.

Remember, if a dog was the teacher you would learn things like: 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.

ENJOY EVERY MOMENT OF EVERY DAY!



Happy Friday everyone. Make it count!

Replies

  • PeaceLuvVeggies
    PeaceLuvVeggies Posts: 375 Member
    I love this! I always knew that great lessons were to come from your loyal companions ;)
  • jadebvb92
    jadebvb92 Posts: 82
    this is amazing and really inspirational :D
  • tonkitragedy
    tonkitragedy Posts: 7
    that's so cute :3
  • Contrarian
    Contrarian Posts: 8,138 Member
    Love it. I wish I had a dog.
  • jagar07
    jagar07 Posts: 266 Member
    LOVE THIS!!! Thanks for sharing! :flowerforyou:
    :heart: :heart: :heart: :heart: :heart: :heart:
  • ladybg81
    ladybg81 Posts: 1,553 Member
    LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this!!! I have read this email 1000 times and actually use that phrase from time to time.
  • koosdel
    koosdel Posts: 3,317 Member
    You forgot the most important one!!

    "When you smell something interesting, roll in it"
  • HealthyBodySickMind
    HealthyBodySickMind Posts: 1,207 Member
    Makes me want to scritch my girl behind her ears, ya know that one spot she really likes...
  • horaks
    horaks Posts: 124 Member
    Thank you!! That was a nice post

    Have a good Day!!
  • anewattitude
    anewattitude Posts: 483 Member
    You forgot the most important one!!

    "When you smell something interesting, roll in it"


    Right!! Sorry about that! :)
  • JaysBlondeBrownie
    JaysBlondeBrownie Posts: 64 Member
    My dog taught me that if someone else will feed you canned dog food (vs dry), move in with them. True story. We visit now.
  • Qarol
    Qarol Posts: 6,171 Member
    our street is a buffet
  • Lizzy_Sunflower
    Lizzy_Sunflower Posts: 1,510 Member
    A friend sent me one of those inspirational type emails today and I thought it was worth sharing. The story started off with an explanation of a 6 year old boy's dog that had to be euthanized by the vet. While the parents and the vet hung around the child to see how he would react they were discussing why animals tend to have shorter lives. Without realizing he was even paying attention they were stunned when the boy chimed in with his thoughts:


    He said, ''People are born so that they can learn how to live a good life -- like loving everybody all the time and being nice, right?''
    The Six-year-old continued,''Well, dogs already know how to do that, so they don't have to stay as long.''

    Moral of story:

    Live simply.
    Love generously.
    Care deeply.
    Speak kindly.

    Remember, if a dog was the teacher you would learn things like: 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.

    ENJOY EVERY MOMENT OF EVERY DAY!



    Happy Friday everyone. Make it count!

    I LOVE this! Thanks for sharing
  • LorinaLynn
    LorinaLynn Posts: 13,247 Member
    Be sure you know the difference between smelly things you can eat, and smelly things you can roll in. :wink:
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