Day 5

Have you ever had a pet dog, puppy, cat?  I hadn't until I had "grown up and had a place of my own".  I now can not imagine life without them.  I realize that yes, having a three and a half month old puppy can cause a bit of extra stress from time to time; but the joy, the unspeakable joy she can also bring.  From the puppy dog eyes that melt your heart, to the soft, furry ears that you can't help but stop and rub your hands over.  While she may be asleep, she sleeps right by your side, because the unconditional love she has for you and your children can bring joy too strong for words.  To go from anxiety about life churning in your stomach, to a few moments of cuddling, it's really a miracle how they can heal, even just for a few moments, what ails you.  Your stress dissipates as you look into those loving brown eyes, reminded of what really matters.