I remember the day that I took this photograph so well. We were camping high in the mountains, and our Black Dog and I got up early to visit some wildflowers. Our Black Dog was almost completely blind but he enthusiastically followed me through the unfamiliar terrain to a quiet spot. He was eager and happy, just like he always was. We lay in the grass talking and playing with treats. We both smiled.
These days, I am trying to have an attitude that is as irrepressible as our Black Dog's spirit was. He was an amazing example that I am particularly thankful for right now. The dream that I had of him a couple of weeks ago has stuck with me. He still brings me peace and happiness has my mind's eye sees him standing peacefully in our meadow.
What a brave and joyful spirit, that Black Dog! Glad you are channeling his spirit as you recover. That photo holds such a dear memory.
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What a beautiful photo, and such sweet memories!
ReplyDeleteA beautiful photo with such wonderful memories♥
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ReplyDeleteDear R - keeper of Love... YAM xx
A beautiful face, showing an amazing soul.
ReplyDeleteThat lasting loving memory, and his attitude that stayed with him always, will be with you as you face this hurdle, remembering how he was determined, followed you through all the exercises, rested when necessary, and smiled though it all . The love within shone even then.
ReplyDeleteR looked amazing standing in the wildflowers.
ReplyDeleteI love how well he trained Shyla to be your side kick...and cheerleader thru surgery.
Hugs Cecilia
R is an excellent spirit guide for you right now as you go through your rehab process. He worked so hard, with your help of course, on his elbow rehab. Re-watching some of his rehab videos would be a good inspiration for you. We hope all is going well for your shoulder.
ReplyDeleteThat sweetie was such a calming presence to all of us.
ReplyDeleteMay we all be as full of life as R
ReplyDeleteHe is the perfect choice to model yourself after and you are doing just what he did, even though every part of you is not working like it should, you still keep going and happy and doing your normal life as well as you can..
ReplyDeleteI just read read Sandra Madsnapper's comment above and it tells what I'm thinking so well. Your Black dog has touched my heart as he has for so many. We all have to keep going and Black dog knew that and set such a good example for us all.
ReplyDeleteThe more dogs we've lost, the more I know with all certainty that they take with them to the next life the memories of us, and our lives together are a part of them for eternity - And it's the same with us. And this post is a reminder of the huge prints they leave on our lives, heart and soul. What a treasure to be able to have. ❤
ReplyDeleteHis spirit lives on in these kinds of memories.
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