A Heartwarming Story

I just had a wonderful walk. Physically and mentally. It's amazing how much a walk can let you get in touch with God and nature and clear your mind. During this walk, I also received some wonderful news....

A couple of days ago, I had a visit from a neighbor down the road who asked me to keep an eye out for her golden retriever (with a red collar) who had been lost since 4th of July night. She had been let outside to do her business... the owners thinking the underground fence (which always worked) was still plugged in (but had been accidently unplugged). Obviously, Sugar (the dog) had gotten scared from the fireworks, and took off. The family had searched everywhere. So they thought. They had searched every street in the neighborhood and surrounding areas. They had left their numbers with countless people and posted ads online.

This morning, during my walk, Sugar's owner saw me and came out to give me the best news. They found their precious dog last night. 12 MILES AWAY. At this woman's husband's job. Sugar had NEVER been there before... but, obviously, when she got scared she just ran in search of her master and followed his scent. See... the owners weren't home that night. Only their teenage daughter. Sugar obviously got scared and wanted her parents like any child would. Dogs are so amazing. They love us unconditionally no matter how much we leave them or scold them. And, they never give up on their goals. Like Sugar, they keep going until they find what or who they are looking for.

When they found her, Sugar was covered in ticks and her paws were cup up and bloody. Needless to say, she is also exhausted. But, she had never given up. Sometimes we should learn a lesson or two from our four-legged family members.