Dear God, when storms beat around me, help me to rise above my circumstances and give you praise. Amen.
Tag: wellness
Chase Your Dreams
Do you have a dream? Watching my dogs chase a ball with such determination, drive, and force inspires me to focus, chase my dreams, and never give up! Dogs are amazing teachers, don't you think? Pawz and Pray . . . Heavenly Father, thank you for the dreams you've placed within my heart. Please give [...]
Best Life Lessons from Dogs
Dogs are some of my favorite teachers! Each day they offer incredible wisdom and inspirational life lessons, of which I am truly grateful. This poem below, by an unknown author, beautifully captures many of the amazing life lessons learned from our beloved dogs. Whoever wrote it must have had a very special relationship with [...]
Relax, It’s theWeekend
Weekend blessings dear friends! Do what makes you smile and refreshes your spirit. You are important! Take care of yourself.
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Live in the Moment [Dog Wisdom #1]
If you aren't in the moment, you are either looking forward to uncertainty, or back to pain and regret. Jim Carrey
Dogs are some of my favorite teachers, imparting wisdom into my life 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 other words, they are aware of their surroundings and what they are doing moment by moment . . . and I believe that they extract the fullest joy from each moment. I think this is what gives them their seemingly carefree spirit. What is mindfulness? And what are the benefits? [Read more]
How I Overcame Depression With the Help of My Dogs!
Dogs are good for our health! Each time I hug my dogs I feel more hopeful, happier, and healthier!
This was never more evident than when I was recovering from a surgery. I'll never forget coming home after an appendectomy, having some complications, and spiraling into depression due to the ongoing pain. My doctors were amazing, and prescribed what I needed to heal physically. But emotionally, it was another story . . .