Life Lessons With Newman
There are certain things that we could learn from dogs. Before I became a dog owner, I had no idea how much a pup could turn your world upside down. I swore I would never be “that” dog owner, and everything I vowed against has come true. I am a card-carrying Petsmart PetPerks member. I stand outside, bleary-eyed in my ripped up pajamas at 7am and praise the pup in a completely unintelligible language when he goes potty.
Once you cross over, there is no turning back. Over the past six months I have noticed that although I have many things to still teach my dog Newman, he has already taught me a great deal. Here goes:
- Get excited about the simple things.
- There is nothing more important than spending time with the people you love.
- Roll around in the grass once in a while.
- Always be willing to sniff out new territory.
- Be open to learning new tricks.
- All hard work is worth it if there is a treat waiting for you.
- Play hard and then pass out.
- Drink lots of water. (just don’t pee on the floor)
- No matter what your size, if you bark loud enough you will seem intimidating.
- Always let your loved ones know you are happy to see them.
- Loyalty is underrated.
- And last but not least….
All pillows need a good hump every once in a while.
I Freaking LOVE YOU!
This is all kinds of awesome!
Annie was just talking about getting a westie, and you named your’s, “Newman”. cute stuff. Enjoyed the post.
Thanks Steph! I new you would appreciate this one.
Thanks Stuart, you should definitely get a westie! they are great dogs. And they stay cute forever. It is eternal cuteness.
I adore this post! I never thought I would be a dog person either, but Annie turned my world upside down as well. I am totally linking to this post in my Friday Flair this week!
Also, I l.o.v.e the new blog and layout. And you tweet now too?!
Hugs to you and Newman
Yeah! Thanks Allison! My good friend Ashley, who blogs at Our Little Apartment did the design for me. She is fabulous! I’ve been twittering for a while now, do you as well? If so, we need to be following each other girl!
Love,
Hil
A dog is truly man’s best friend. You can beat them and abuse them and they will still love you and forgive you. They are loysl to the core. I had a dog as a young boy. His name was Blackie. Can anyone guess his color? Blackie and I would play in the fields of tall grass together and he would sometimes chase rabbits. I believe peoples dogs may be with them in heaven.
Let me clarify a previous statement. I have never beaten or abused a dog. But, I’ve known people who have.
thanks for the clarification.
This is absolutely amazing and SO TRUE. Thanks for sharing, lady!
just got a puppy 2 weeks ago myself and I know exactly what you are talking about–the “I’ll never be one of those…” go right out the window.
it totally does! And after a while, you don’t even mind anymore!