This morning I took my dog, Buster, out for a walk. I so needed to get out of my head and be outdoors. Walking with Buster is a great way for me to clear my mind when I feel overwhelmed. (and get my exercise on!)  Then, inspiration hit.  Buster teaches me so many lessons  just by being  his dynamite doggy self.                                                 He is proud and assertive.  No worries about if he looks fat or if his fur isn’t shiny today.

He walks with his head held high. And looks handsome doing so.

As he romps about, he always has a smile on his face — and people respond to that.

He makes sure to engage with other dogs along the way. No wallflower is he.  (Sometimes it doesn’t go over well, but he still tries.)

He is curious. Can’t wait to see what’s around the next corner — even though it’s our regular route.

He is excited to explore the new sights and smells coming his way. He is 100% in the PRESENT moment.

He checks in with his pack leader (me) on a regular basis — just a quick nod of his head to say “Hey, Mom, I’m with you!”  Connection fosters confidence and momentum.

He is phenomenally alert to new smells, noise and shifts in energy. One cannot receive an opportunity unless one is open to it.

What life lessons have you encountered via an unexpected place/person/experience?

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