When I'm at home he (usually) comes back for me (eventually) and so I tend to let him off on the field for ball throwing. When I'm in Dufton I daren't let him off the lead as I don't think i'd ever see him again. Now my dog whisperer boyfriend can get the dog to come back relatively easily and so he always lets him off the lead. So as he came up to Dufton with us this time, the dog was allowed off lead and his exuberance was palpable. I had a massive smile on my face seeing his joy, tho it made me think I should perhaps risk letting him off myself, the fun he was having.
Whilst walking amidst the incredible scenery I suddenly realised that my mind was busy worrying about a walk suggested by a friend on the 27th, would I be able to manage the dog by myself, should I leave him at home, I wonder if I'll have to rush off to get to the family evening event etc etc. I brought to mind this picture as to how it seems dogs are better at enjoying the present moment than we are.
Today I'm back in my less picturesque hometown and indeed set for a full work day before the kids are returned this evening. Last night was hard, the contrast between lots of family and then just me n the dog. I hope next week is going to be OK. It's hard not to have my mind full but I shall try and learn a lesson from my adorable hound.
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Work was less full on than anticipated so I was able to do a couple of hours volunteering as well - hurrah! Bargains to be had in Morrisons, where I sang my way round and chatted to other customers. Hope you're having a similarly low stress Christmas Eve! Everything wrapped, now I could do with tidying the house so there is space to unwrap everything ;)
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