He will sit for hours, waiting patiently. He doesn’t make a sound and doesn’t fuss. He watches as we come in and out of the room, and still, he doesn’t waver. At last I give in, I give him a piece, or the plate to lick. He enjoys whatever he gets, no amount too small. I pick up the plate and put it in the sink and he wanders off to bed. I sigh. I wish for his patience and resolve but even more, I wish for his contentment.
Yes, we can learn from him.
ReplyDeleteDogs have so much hope when it comes to table food. I love the way you capture the patience and satisfaction that he gets with so little. The joy of minimalism!
ReplyDeleteYes, "the joy of minimalism", exactly!
Deleteoh what a cute guy! I love his patiences to just wait quietly! Amazing -
ReplyDeleteHe is so cute, and so darn sweet! ❤️
DeleteShort and sweet! I think you choose good words- patience, resolve, contentment. You make us define each one for your dog and for ourselves.
ReplyDeleteGood dog- I knew of a neighbor’s dog who- if he didn’t get gravy from dinner would tear into the trash can in the middle of the night as revenge :)