When I saw this, I had to smile. It is so me! It was shared by the wonderful folk at ‘Off The Leash’ (http://offtheleashdogcartoons.com/), and I am grateful for something which so perfectly expresses the way I am.

I have loved dogs for as long as I can remember. My parents refused to allow me to have a dog until I was twelve. So for years before, I would offer…no; plead, to walk other peoples. I still recall every one of them and they truly enhanced my childhood. I loved each one, from tiny ‘Pixie’ to majestic ‘Sheba.’ As Landseer told us, dogs have all of man’s virtues with none of his vices. I have grieved for my beautiful, four-pawed family members just as I have for the humans. Many of my friends are every bit as fervent. We love our fur-children. Continue reading →