The dogs in this house seem to have an insatiable longing for something and I know not what it is. They stand here at my feet staring at me with their puppy dog eyes (well, what else are they supposed to stare with) just pleading, and I don't know what they want.
You know what.. I have this sneaking suspicion that they don't know what they want either.
First this morning they wanted to go outside. That one was a no brainer. But that was not enough, they keep asking for something.
Next thing on the list is to feed them. They always go crazy for food (except Paco, but he's just wierd. He never wants to eat in the morning, not unlike a few people I know). Sometimes I think the dogs would eat nonstop and never be full. Maybe because that is not exactly what they are longing for, but it is one of the easiest needs to fill.
So then we go to the park and play. They never get enough of play either, but there is only so much time in a day right! Actually, I think this is possibly the need that is not being addressed here. When Prophet was younger she could run with me for hours, but now she can barely make it around the block. It makes me sad. A dog that is tired from play is a happy dog indeed.
So I sit here with these guys. They still want something, but the only thing I have left to offer is pats and cuddles and a kind word, which I happily give. I wish I could help you guys more.
So, why am I telling you all this? Because I love analogy! I think of how so often I (or one of the girls) seem to need something and I know not what it is. How often I eat when I'm really thirsty, or just need a hug, or bored. Why is it so hard to identify what we really need? I can't think of any good answers (what an unsatisfactory ending!)...
Excpt maybe to get out and run around more. Play outside until you are tired! See if that makes everything all right.
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