They Are Temporary Gifts

Today I looked into the eyes of all 6 of my dogs and had a realization.
I'm just lucky. Lucky to have had the chance to spend time with Winston and Kodie these past years. I realize they were only a gift, on loan for a while.
I'm lucky I'm able to accept the privilege of having these beautiful creatures live with me in my home. Some people only see their dogs after work or between events. I'm lucky that I can arrange my life to get the most out of being with my dogs every day. I'm lucky to be able to take them places and do things with them. I'm lucky to be able to afford them (okay, maybe not so lucky there).
Each and every one of them enriches my life and the lives of my family members. They add to the quality and they contribute to our happiness and contentment. They are a part of us. They are each a blessing.

Comments

[Linda]

Aww my heart goes out to you in your loss. I am so sorry to hear of it. It is so difficult to loose those little things that become such an amazing part of our journey here. I love that you can look at it this way. they are here,like us, only temporarily, but what joy and happiness they bring while they are.

[Hobie]

Oh my gosh .... I just read about Kodie and I am heartbroken for you and your family. I cannot believe what I just read. I had to read it twice. Kodie was absolutely beautiful, just like Winston. Those two must have made a pact to take care of one another and Kodie lived up to his end of the deal. I know what you mean that dogs are a gift - everyday I look at Hobie and appreciate what we have in our life because of him. And now that he'll be 11 this year, it makes me appreciate those days even more. Love, Susan (Hobie's mom)