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Wednesday, September 24, 2008

Worthy of posting

I thought the following e-mail I received was totally worthy of posting. Good words to live by :)




A Dog's Purpose from a 6 year old.

Being a veterinarian, I had been called to examine a ten-year-old Irish Wolfhound named Belker. The dog's owners, Ron,his wife, Lisa,and their little boy, Shane, were all very attached to Belker. I examined Belker and found he was dying of cancer. I told the family we couldn't do anything for Belker, and offered to perform the euthanasia procedure for the old dog in their home.As we made arrangements, Ron and Lisa told me they thought it would be good for six-year-old Shane to observe the procedure. They felt as though Shane might learn something from the experience.The next day, I felt the familiar catch in my throat as Belker's family surrounded him.

Shane seemed so calm, petting the old dog for the last time, that I wondered if he understood what was going on. Within a few minutes, Belker slipped peacefully away.
The little boy seemed to accept Belker's transition without any difficulty or confusion. We sat together for a while after Belker's death, wondering aloud about the sad fact that animal lives are shorter than human lives. Shane, who had been listening quietly, piped up, 'I know why.'Startled, we all turned to him. What came out of his mouth next stunned me. I'd never heard a more comforting explanation. He said, 'People are born so that they can learn how to live a goodlife-- like loving everybody all the time and being nice, right?' The six-year-old continued, 'Well, dogs already know how to do that, so they don't have to stay as long. 'Please pause a moment and consider to....

Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly.

Remember, if a dog was the teacher you would learn things like:
1. When loved ones come home, always run to greet them.
2. Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride.
3. Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure
ecstasy.
4. Take naps.
5. Stretch before rising.
6. Run, romp, and play daily.
7. Thrive on attention and let people touch you.
8. Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.
9. On warm days, stop to lie on your back on the grass.
10. On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree.
11. When you're happy, dance around and wag your entire body.
12. Delight in the simple joy of a long walk.
13. Eat with gusto and enthusiasm. Stop when you have had enough.
14. Be loyal. Never pretend to be something you're not.
15. If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it.
16. When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by and
nuzzle them gently
17. Be always grateful for each new day.


ENJOY EVERY MOMENT OF EVERY DAY !!!

Ed

6 comments:

Anonymous said...

Hi Ed

I'm glad to hear your going out West and also planning your Disney adventure. You will absolutely love it. Remember, if you need help with the park planning, just give a call.

I absolutely loved this posting.
Love Hel

Anonymous said...

Hi Ed

Enjoy your holiday.

Take Care,
Maureen & Walt

Anonymous said...

hey ed you inspire me with your stories and your poems! thanks for being part of my life even though its only on the net lol! cheers and have a great weekend! live love and laugh! talk to you soon doe

Anonymous said...

Thanks Ed for giving us such a heartfelt post which should bring tears to the eyes of everyone who reads it.

Too bad for most of us that it usually takes a life altering experience to convert us into dogs.

DJ said...

Hang in there Mcdade

It aint over by a long shot

I dont speak to much with the bi-yin but I was talking to him about you the other night.

Enjoy your holiday with your litttle girl and try to get some sleep

Just letting you know that I give a shit.

Take care and God Bless

DJ

Allie Wojtaszek said...

How wonderful and true! :)