A dog’s love

~ Tails Around the Ranch

Recently I read an article from Cesar Millan who was quoted as saying, “There’s a saying that goes, “If you are depressed you are living in the past. If you are anxious you are living in the future. If you are at peace you are living in the present.” That saying by the way, is incorrectly attributed to Lao Tzu for those keeping track of such things-even Cesar noted that. If you are interested on the history of that and other Lao Tzu misquotes, check out this website. 🙂

I’m guessing you could add to that last part…living with a dog.  We certainly know that dogs bring us peace, joy and happiness.  They ask for nothing in return and give everything of their soul. They don’t look back or forward, they just stay in the present. Some day I’m hope to be half as good as my dog thinks I am. Till then, I’ll try to keep it real in glorious Spring.

008

Live, love, bark! <3

 

10 thoughts on “A dog’s love”

  1. I don’t think I can ever be the amazing person my dogs think I am, but I am trying to live in the present and not worry about the what ifs. Life is too short.

    Reply
  2. My Golden Life – Upstate South Carolina – I love animals, especially dogs. I enjoy US history, and reading biographies of our former presidents and other historical figures. I love the music of the '60s and '70s since I was growing up in those decades. I love the Beatles and Andy Williams equally.
    My Golden Life says:

    So true! I sometimes get caught up in issues of the past, or worries about the future; but I do try to embrace the present with lessons learned from my dogs. And it’s certainly easier to find peace when one is unencumbered by fears and regrets.

    Reply
  3. Marty the Manx – I am a handsome Tortie Manx mix. I live with my brother Ralphie a Grey Tabby whom mom calls her "Grey Man". We also share our house with Mazie the big Yellow Lab, Abbe, Anne and Bree who are Chinese Crested Powder Puffs. We all live with our mom in Iowa in the United States.
    Marty the Manx says:

    Perfectly timed for me thank you 🙂 I had a mini melt down and we are up and blogging at martythemanx2@wordpress.com now. I have centered myself as best I can with my sweet four legged kids and let the rest fall where it may!

    Reply
    1. Tails Around the Ranch – Denver, CO – The inspiration behind this blog was one knuckleheaded Standard Poodle named Sam but is now inspired by a House Pony-Wilson. I'm Monika, the upright. Living in the Denver metro area, we post about dogs, rescue and nature. So grab your favorite beverage and be prepared to howl along with our adventures. And don't forget to bark your 'pup-tacular' comment; we'd love to hear from you.
      Tails Around the Ranch says:

      Misery loves company sometimes 🙂 Know we’re all here for ya!

      Reply

  6. They ask for nothing in return… Now, hold on a minute. I’ll grant they don’t speak up and specify their needs or provide a Power Point presentation complete with bullet points, but I can assure that our spoiled, wee Furbeastie does quite well at demanding special treats and treatment. It’s all worth it, of course,

    Reply
  8. Fozziemum – I spend my time with my dogs cats sheep and our resident Kangaroos and wildlife...I am embracing all that is middle age..well..sort of!
    Fozziemum says:

    So true…I fall far short of the admiration I get from my boys here..and yes being in the moment is a wonderful way to live..and if that moment is with your dogs and cats then all the better 🙂 loves Fozziemum xxx

    Reply
  9. easyweimaraner – brittany – Weimaraner /Braque de Weimar, born in 2009, male & fabulous From: Britanny / France Likes: Plushtoy-Shredding, Spikebones,long distance Walks, everyday a Gift, Chicken, Shoes, Underwear, my squeekie Pig & my whole Life Dislikes: Water, Cats, Beaf, Cats, cleaning my Ears, Cats, the Vet, Cats, Snow & CATS! Profession: Student of psychological War-technics & Terrorism, after my Masterdegree i become to rule the world or maybe to be the owner of toys r us. actually i'm not sure... Status: Single Pets: Hell, NO! i prefer a petfree home. but owner of two slaves for my comfy Misc.: Greencardowner for Masterbed, Master of Beggin, Prince of Thiefs We decided to leave Easy's datas as they were... although we lost him in november 2016, he is still with us.... and his little brothers Phenny and Nelly promised to write on not as Easy the weim, but as easy Weimaraner... About us: Mr. Phoenix, born 9/9/2016 a virgo and always clever&smart...Neilson, born 7/28/2017 a leo who thinks he is clever&smart...
    easyweimaraner says:

    I so agree… and I hope I can learn something about easy living from Easy :o)

    Reply

Leave a Reply to JodiCancel reply

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.