Last Friday (June 20, 2008) was National Take Your Dog to Work Day. If you missed it that's okay -- there's always next year. As someone who works from two very distinct types of places -- a home office and hotel rooms -- my dog is rarely alone. When I'm in town -- he is never more than five feet from my feet. When I travel (try to stay with me here) Bailey, the dog, stays with Spencer, my son who stays with Spencer's Dad and Dad's step-dog (I guess that makes him Bailey's step-brother) Brody. Brody is an adorable West Highland Terrier (more commonly knows as a "Westie." Like so many American pets and people, Bailey has two loving families, which makes perfect sense.... Since Bailey has enough love to go around.
In honor of Bailey, Brody and all of the other dogs who keep us company at work I'm happy to share this bit of wisdom from an unknown author who shares lessons learned if a dog was our teacher...
When loved ones come home, always run to greet them.
Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride.
Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure ecstasy.
Take naps.
Stretch before rising.
Run, romp, and play daily.
Thrive on attention and let people touch you.
Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.
On warm days, stop to lie on your back on the grass.
On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree.
When you're happy, dance around and wag your entire body.
Delight in the simple joy of a long walk.
Eat with gusto and enthusiasm. Stop when you have had enough.
Be loyal. Never pretend to be something you're not.
If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it.
When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by and nuzzle them gently.
Be always grateful for each new day.
....Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass.
It's about learning to dance in the rain.
What have you learned from your dog?
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