During our daily walk, my dog paused and fixed her eyes intently ahead. For a moment, she stood there looking so regal, focused, and beautifully balanced. Something caught her attention and for a few seconds nothing else mattered. That got me thinking... What are our eyes fixed on? What has caught our attention . . . Painful memories? Present annoyances? Future worries?
Tag: emotional health
Good Morning September!
Good morning September! With each change of season I’m reminded that change is part of life. Sometimes we like the changes, other times not. Change can feel stressful and cause the heart and mind to become anxious and afraid. My greatest comfort amidst life’s changes is knowing that God is with me. May you sense [...]
Dog Tired?
My dogs are constantly taking time to nap. Usually they curl up on the sofa or in their bed. But sometimes they zonk out in the funniest positions or places! It's not because they're bored. They have a zillion toys, each other, our family to interact and play with, and a large yard to run, watch squirrels and birds... but they instinctively know when it's time to rest, and they listen.
Are we listening to our bodies? Do we know when it’s time to rest? Or are we running ourselves ragged?
Comforting Words for Anxious Hearts
We all worry. It's human nature. And probably not the part of our nature we adore. As uncomfortable as worrying can be however, there is a bright side. I think worry can be used to drive us closer to God, and teach us to trust him. Sometimes, when I worry, I remind myself to take [...]
Dear God, Help Me Live in the Moment
Be happy in the moment, that’s enough. Each moment is all we need, not more. - Mother Teresa Dogs are some of my favorite teachers, imparting wisdom in ways I never thought possible! One of the most cherished lessons I've learned from my dogs is to live in the moment. Dogs are masters of mindfulness. In [...]
Dear God, Help Me to Rise
Dear God, when storms beat around me, help me to rise above my circumstances and give you praise. Amen.
Pawz and Pray 