Loving My Cat and Dog

What is good about having a pet? Rua and Tess sitting on my bed Just about everything is good about having a pet. They can bring us so much joy. Their love is unconditional and their needs are minimal. There are no misunderstandings or arguments with pets. They are undemanding life companions. They are so … Continue reading Loving My Cat and Dog →

Excitable Dogs, Mellow Cats

Tess, our rescue dog, and Rua, our rescue cat Dogs are enthusiastic greeters Tails waging a mile a minute So happy to see you Jumping up Whining for attention Cats appear indifferent But when mine comes quietly To sleep by me at night He purrs with all his might When I reach out to touch … Continue reading Excitable Dogs, Mellow Cats →

Nightly Gratitude Habit

How do you express your gratitude? Every night before I go to sleep, I give thanks for at least five things that happened each day for which I am grateful. Oftentimes I am giving thanks for a delicious meal, time with friends, getting to a destination safely, hearing from a family member or something along … Continue reading Nightly Gratitude Habit →

Life Lessons: Guidance for All Ages

I am publishing a second book on Amazon on July 5th titled Life Lessons: Guidance for All Ages. This is an anthology of 35 true stories from 12 native English-speaking authors sharing experiences that happened to them and concluding with what each author learned. Each touching story begins with a quote related to the subject, … Continue reading Life Lessons: Guidance for All Ages →

Lesson 13: Connect with Animals to find Joy

“Petting, scratching, and cuddling a dog could be as soothing to the mind and heart as deep meditation and almost as good for the soul as prayer.” – Dean Koontz, American author I was lucky to be brought up in a home with a dog. Our first dog was Dixie. She was a pure-bred collie … Continue reading Lesson 13: Connect with Animals to find Joy →