You are worthy, O Lord,
To receive glory and honor and power;
For You created all things,
And by Your will they exist and were created.


-Revelation 4:11

Welcome to my blog and thanks for visiting! I grew up in the quaint city of Athens, AL. As a child, visiting the farm of my grandparents always elicited a peaceful, happy feeling for me. I acquired a fascination with the beauty of the simple things in the country and the great outdoors. One of my childhood dreams was to grow up and someday live in the country and raise a family there.


Thursday, July 15, 2010

Live Simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God. - Ronald Reagan

If you have a family pet that is part of your family, you already know that we can learn big lessons from our faithful friends. I received an email with the following message that really made me think about how I spend my time. I'd like to share....

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

Ronald Reagan said it best in his quote, "Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God." It would be a different world if we could all learn to live by his words.

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