Day 1087

Everybody needs to stretch out and relax now-and-then. For the Goldens, it seems to be a pure and mindless event. Some humans are able to enjoy this blissful state as well. For me…not so easy!

My tendency is to:

*Work hard!

*Fastidiously clean up after the hard work!

*Look longingly at a couch!

*Plop down for a rest!

*Feel guilty about not accomplishing anything.

*My mind starts to “spin” with things to to do.

*I jump up to start that list!

As hard as I try, I simply CANNOT nap or relax. When I gaze at my Goldens, I am impressed that they succumb to an effortless snooze! I am almost envious! Of course, they worry about nothing and have no list to complete. That is wonderful for dogs, but nearly impossible for humans!

My new goal is to observe my pups and mimic them when they are perfecting the “Relaxation Experience.” Right now, I feel the need to stretch my legs out…