Recently, our dog Logan celebrated her 14th birthday. The fact that she is 14 is absolutely totally awesome - as Golden Retrievers have an average life span of about 11 years old. Long live Logie!!!While her longevity is phenomenal and highly appreciated by family, friends and neighbors alike - I don't think it's a random coincidence or lucky to be alive thing. Nope. I think she is truly blessed (as are we, who love her) because she is who she is.
And who she is can teach a lot of us humans about how to behave, and maybe even how to live longer, happier lives. It's true.
If I were to do a mash-up of Logan's (most) wonderful and endearing qualities that can teach us all a thing or two in terms of how to be better and live better - it would go like this: Attentive, happy, caring, kind, enthusiastic, careful, modest, playful, courteous, tender, fun, compassionate, protective, poised, accepting, unassuming, others-oriented, joyful, and loving. But make no mistake: while Logan would much rather wag her tail, cuddle, lick and be petted - she will growl, bark and bite if the situation (or the person) warrants. She's no fool.
Indeed, she's the complete package: friend, protector, defender, and confidant.
Which leads me to think that if we humans could comport ourselves with half the qualities and characteristics that Logan has as a dog - the world would be a much much better place. Woof!
Lessons From Logan Are Good.
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