Wow Jacque, I was right there with you laughing at how funny you describe your good boys 🐶, but then the fall! Oh no! I’m glad to hear in the comments that you are ok. 🙏🏻
You also asked about our moments like this, and for me it was when my mother fell one night and yet, (as you say, I look for the good, and looking back,) if it were not for the fall and a visit to ER we would not have know she was having strokes. Glad to report she did great today at her therapy. Keep looking forward Jacque 😌 keep shining your powerfully positive light. 😇
Oh, I am so sorry to hear your mom was having strokes! Please tell her how proud I am of her for working hard at therapy. That is not easy. But it is worth doing.
So glad your very good boys were there with you. Even though you warned us this was coming I still found myself feeling the shock of another fall. Your writing and your positive outlook are both so engaging. On both fronts I’m inspired by the way you keep keepin’ on as they say!
Thanks for the share. My dog feels the same about taking me anywhere 😅 I had to train my pup to not linger near my feet and not cross my path after the spinal surgeries. And I too had to learn to fall properly. Who knew there was such a thing?!! Far too many, I imagine. Great sense of humour to carry you. Stay safe, write on!
On my recent spill in the chicken coop, I banged my head on a concrete base and tore up the skin on my hands and knees. Once I realized that I wasn’t seriously hurt, I got mad. I was wearing my favorite sweat shirt and had landed splat in the middle of a pile of chicken poop. Lucy ran back and forth outside the fence warning the hens that if they came any where near me that she would have them for lunch.
Right?! I feel like I need stuntwoman fall training or something. That is wonderful that your pup has learned how to help by giving you a bit of space for safety.
I loved this except for the fall. But I have to say you are remarkable. Your attitude, and the way you have learned to fall is amazing. I assume the dogs can get help if you need it.
My kids have explained how important sniffing is to dogs. It’s quite important for them. I think the walks must be important for you too. There’s something about moving our bodies for as long as we can that is good for our brains too. Thank you for sharing this.
I love your writing and am making my way through your book.
Thank you so much, Norma Lee! The walks are super important to me for my creativity and for my mindset regarding Multiple Sclerosis. I feel that every step I take today may make future steps possible. I totally agree with you that moving our bodies is good for our brains. Science proves that out more and more. Writing is good for our brains too. So, as T.J. says, “Write on!”
I was laughing through all the sniffing commentary 🤣 but then, oh no. I'm sorry it happened again but glad you apparently weren't injured? Sore afterward?
Thank you, Janet! So happy it had you laughing! You’re correct. No injuries, just sore ribs. My eyes even rolled back into place without further incident.
Thank you, Wendy! They are the funniest, Very-Good-Boys! Our walks are quite the enjoyable circus. Ripple, the Pitti, likes to fly: beside me, in front of me, with a toy in his face (closed mouth), or without a toy (all joyful teeth showing), at the level of my face. I have never had a dog that thinks he needs to fly so much! Toko, the Yorkie, thinks it is his personal responsibility to kill any loud or fast cars, or golf carts, and the occasional tractor that drives by. It is his territory, after all. He also feels this responsibility toward dogs that do not have their leash in my hand, and some humans. His former owner, a neighbor, ENCOURAGED this behavior and we have worked long, and patiently, to help him heal. He is so much better than he used to be. At home, he is a total love. Out in the wild, outside of HIS neighborhood, also a total love and well-behaved. He even earned his CGC award. VERY proud of him. The big FLUFFY boy, Ace, is our friend’s. He walks with us when our friend is at work. He has mellowed considerably with age. But he still despises one neighbor’s truck. Or the driver. We aren’t sure. I think he just blows up at it for fun now, mostly. Entertainment. We are quite the combined show. LOLOLOL. And I wouldn’t trade any of it for anything! Love these boys.
Dear Jacque, sorry about your falls and thank you for the optimism! As someone who recently has had two falls and become mobility challenged, I relate. However, I have the good fortune to be healing and have hopes of being much less challenged in the near future. I know it’s not that way for everyone, and I am grateful even as I am still a work in progress. Thank you for the reminder that we can be grateful no matter what. Hugs 🤗
Thank you, Karin. I am so sorry you’ve had two falls with such consequences. I’m glad you are healing. I deeply hope that your mobility challenges will become a thing of the past. The healing work is hard. And worth it! Keep going! You are worth the effort. I’m so glad you reached out. Take great care of YOU!
Wow Jacque, I was right there with you laughing at how funny you describe your good boys 🐶, but then the fall! Oh no! I’m glad to hear in the comments that you are ok. 🙏🏻
You also asked about our moments like this, and for me it was when my mother fell one night and yet, (as you say, I look for the good, and looking back,) if it were not for the fall and a visit to ER we would not have know she was having strokes. Glad to report she did great today at her therapy. Keep looking forward Jacque 😌 keep shining your powerfully positive light. 😇
Oh, I am so sorry to hear your mom was having strokes! Please tell her how proud I am of her for working hard at therapy. That is not easy. But it is worth doing.
Thank you for reading and commenting!
Ouch! Glad to hear your learnings kept you from serious injury this time around. Plus… dogs make everything better.
Thank you! And I agree…dogs are the best!
So glad your very good boys were there with you. Even though you warned us this was coming I still found myself feeling the shock of another fall. Your writing and your positive outlook are both so engaging. On both fronts I’m inspired by the way you keep keepin’ on as they say!
Thank you, Wendy. Your encouragement is a big help to me. Happy writing!
Thanks for the share. My dog feels the same about taking me anywhere 😅 I had to train my pup to not linger near my feet and not cross my path after the spinal surgeries. And I too had to learn to fall properly. Who knew there was such a thing?!! Far too many, I imagine. Great sense of humour to carry you. Stay safe, write on!
On my recent spill in the chicken coop, I banged my head on a concrete base and tore up the skin on my hands and knees. Once I realized that I wasn’t seriously hurt, I got mad. I was wearing my favorite sweat shirt and had landed splat in the middle of a pile of chicken poop. Lucy ran back and forth outside the fence warning the hens that if they came any where near me that she would have them for lunch.
I’m so glad you came out of it without serious injury. The poop is pure insult! Good girl, Lucy!
Right?! I feel like I need stuntwoman fall training or something. That is wonderful that your pup has learned how to help by giving you a bit of space for safety.
My dogs roll their eyes at me daily. Sorry about the fall. Glad the pups helped you out. Tell them to keep an eye on you!! ❤️
They have received the message and are on the job! Thanks, Jenn.
I loved this except for the fall. But I have to say you are remarkable. Your attitude, and the way you have learned to fall is amazing. I assume the dogs can get help if you need it.
My kids have explained how important sniffing is to dogs. It’s quite important for them. I think the walks must be important for you too. There’s something about moving our bodies for as long as we can that is good for our brains too. Thank you for sharing this.
I love your writing and am making my way through your book.
Thank you so much, Norma Lee! The walks are super important to me for my creativity and for my mindset regarding Multiple Sclerosis. I feel that every step I take today may make future steps possible. I totally agree with you that moving our bodies is good for our brains. Science proves that out more and more. Writing is good for our brains too. So, as T.J. says, “Write on!”
I was laughing through all the sniffing commentary 🤣 but then, oh no. I'm sorry it happened again but glad you apparently weren't injured? Sore afterward?
Thank you, Janet! So happy it had you laughing! You’re correct. No injuries, just sore ribs. My eyes even rolled back into place without further incident.
glad to hear it!
Such Very-Good-Boys, coming to your rescue!
Thank you, Wendy! They are the funniest, Very-Good-Boys! Our walks are quite the enjoyable circus. Ripple, the Pitti, likes to fly: beside me, in front of me, with a toy in his face (closed mouth), or without a toy (all joyful teeth showing), at the level of my face. I have never had a dog that thinks he needs to fly so much! Toko, the Yorkie, thinks it is his personal responsibility to kill any loud or fast cars, or golf carts, and the occasional tractor that drives by. It is his territory, after all. He also feels this responsibility toward dogs that do not have their leash in my hand, and some humans. His former owner, a neighbor, ENCOURAGED this behavior and we have worked long, and patiently, to help him heal. He is so much better than he used to be. At home, he is a total love. Out in the wild, outside of HIS neighborhood, also a total love and well-behaved. He even earned his CGC award. VERY proud of him. The big FLUFFY boy, Ace, is our friend’s. He walks with us when our friend is at work. He has mellowed considerably with age. But he still despises one neighbor’s truck. Or the driver. We aren’t sure. I think he just blows up at it for fun now, mostly. Entertainment. We are quite the combined show. LOLOLOL. And I wouldn’t trade any of it for anything! Love these boys.
Dear Jacque, sorry about your falls and thank you for the optimism! As someone who recently has had two falls and become mobility challenged, I relate. However, I have the good fortune to be healing and have hopes of being much less challenged in the near future. I know it’s not that way for everyone, and I am grateful even as I am still a work in progress. Thank you for the reminder that we can be grateful no matter what. Hugs 🤗
Thank you, Karin. I am so sorry you’ve had two falls with such consequences. I’m glad you are healing. I deeply hope that your mobility challenges will become a thing of the past. The healing work is hard. And worth it! Keep going! You are worth the effort. I’m so glad you reached out. Take great care of YOU!
Thank you, Jacque.