It's four days into the move. We're still in a temporary place, so it just feels like I'm on vacation. With the kids, the husband, the dog and the turtle.
I continue to be amazed at how much comfort the dog is bringing me. I never considered myself a dog lover (it all dates back to the painful death of a puppy when I was little -- I vowed never to get that close to an animal again), but little Hershey's making me a believer once again. Since I quit my job, he's been by my side every moment. He's my little chocolate shadow -- my buddy who asks for nothing more than a walk and some dinner scraps (and maybe a couple of licks of red wine, when no one's looking). As I write, he's curled under my blanket, his wet nose brushing my leg every now and again to let me know he's right here. Where I need him, for as long as I need him. He's pure, unconditional love -- and I'm grateful to be spending more time with him for a while.
I still miss my margarita sisters. I even miss my job, a little. But I'm finding comfort in the simple things -- my family, my friends and my four-legged friend.
3 comments:
That's a sweet sentiment and blog. Dogs can make you believers when you most need to believe. I'm glad you have your little chocolate shadow. This margarita sister misses you!
What a sweet little guy. Dogs are so amazing. They really do sense how their people are feeling and take care of them.
We will be drinking a toast to all of you today, including Hershey!
Hershey's Kiss!
....we will be calling you...so ya better make some concoction that resembles a margarita....
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