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WHAT BUDDY KNOWS By: Joseph J. Mazzella
My Saint Bernard, Buddy, is an amazing dog. He may
just be a genius as far as dogs go. He may even be a genius
as far as humans go. Buddy seems to know exactly what life
is all about at the tender young age of 10 months. I??™m 38
years old and still working on it. Every single day I find
that my young, wise, 150 pound puppy professor has another
special lesson for me to learn.
Buddy knows for instance that it is always the right
time for a hug even if a little doggy drool accompanies it.
Buddy knows that life is a feast of good things whether they
come in a dog bowl or whether you have to stick your head on
the table to enjoy them. Buddy knows that rest is an
important part of life. It doesn??™t matter if it comes from
lying in the sunshine in the middle of the day, snoring on
your blanket at night, or sneaking up onto the bed after
everyone else is sleeping. Buddy knows that people always
enjoy sharing the joy and love that can fill their hearts to
overflowing. This sharing can be the last bite of food at
dinner, a nice long belly rub and head scratch combination,
an ice cube fresh out of the freezer, or a long, enjoyable
walk outside. Buddy knows that all the time can be quality
time if you do what you do with the energy and delight that
is in your heart and mind. When Buddy plays he plays
happily, when Buddy sleeps he sleeps contentedly, and when
Buddy loves he loves joyously.
I am sure that Buddy has a lot more to teach me, my
wife, and my kids in the years we will spend together. I
only hope that I am a student worthy of his genius. I still
thank God for him everyday. I hope that all of you too find
a "Buddy" in your life. I hope that all of you find a God
given teacher whether two-legged or four-legged that shows
you what is important about life and reminds you everyday
that Love is the only thing that matters. I hope that all of
you take these lessons to heart, live them well, and always
share them with the world.
?© 2004 Joseph Mazella
PO box 164
Upper Glade, WV 26266
Joecool @ wirefire.com |
