Day 1126

Sam is certainly part of the “Halo of Goldens” at our house. To us, that term is perfect. These dogs are angelic (most of the time), devoted, empathetic, loving and seem to actually glow with their goodness. We feel lucky to breathe the air they breathe.

There are people who are ‘Golden’ by nature. Some people are like chihuahuas, some are akin to mastiffs, while others are a mixture of breeds. Being in the presence of the golden retriever variety of human is a gift indeed.

On this Father’s Day, I like to remember my own dad as the Golden variety. He certainly had all of the qualities! Mac would be a self-professed old English sheepdog while other father figures might fall into the border collie, bulldog or German shepherd groups. All have been loved and made me who I am today.

We can only strive to be more dog-like in this world we live in. I have yet to meet a naturally vindictive, narcissistic, unkind dog. Unless circumstances dictate otherwise, their goodness rules their life.

As hard as I try to become more Golden. they certainly got a head start! It’s a journey…