Life in our house is a pleasant menagerie of two big humans, one tiny human, a dog, and three very sassy cats. Even without the furry-four-footed babies, we’d have our hands full adjusting to family life and figuring out our new balance. Sometimes, the number of mouths demanding attention can seem overwhelming! Sometimes, though, being surrounded by the wisdom of animals is just what I need to get through the day. In that vein of thought, here are some nuggets of wisdom Mr Bosco has taught me lately:
When the lawn mower breaks and the continual rain for three weeks followed by perfect vegetation-growing sunshine causes your yard to turn into a jungle, sometimes you just need to lay down in that grass and pretend you’re a tiger.
Hubs and Bosco out adventuring. Fall 2014
When life turns up the heat, you need to take a nap in the sunshine like the bathing beauty you are.
You don’t have to be friends with everyone you meet. You don’t have to stay friends with everyone you know. The mailman might do something deserving of a growl. Just don’t bite people, because that’s something you can’t take back. (No, Mr Bosco doesn’t bite! Don’t worry! He just grumbles at what he doesn’t trust.)
Sometimes the best thing you can do when the baby is crying a lot is lay down and take a nap.
Inter-species snuggles with my pregnant belly. Summer/Fall 2015
You will absolutely make mistakes. That doesn’t make you a bad dog. In fact, you’re a really good dog! Learn from your mistake, but don’t let it haunt you.
Bask in your sunbeams, no matter how tiny they are.
Sunbeams are the best. Winter 2015
When you’re feeling overwhelmed, it’s okay to take a break and go chew on your bone. Sometimes, stepping away so you can recover is the best way to show how much you care.
ALWAYS be excited to see your people. ALWAYS.
Kiss the Lil’ Man. Spring 2016
Thank you, Mr Bosco
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