Tiffany Painter

Things were going well for my dog after his elbow surgery eight weeks ago, until they weren’t. He slipped on the wet grass and hurt the same area again. We have an appointment for the vet later today. He seems to have set himself back about three to four weeks. Watching him limping again brought back how hard those weeks of recovery were for everyone. Anytime we move backwards instead of forwards it is hard. It could be a recovery from an illness, a career setback, or relationship changes. Feeling like you are moving in the wrong direction is never fun. But we have to remember life is not a straight path. The direction is always changing. Going backwards might just be about finding a different, and often better, course. Sure, I would prefer my dog not be injured, but it’s going to be okay if we have to shorten his activity and give him more time to completely heal. And if he needs more meds, I’m sure he won’t mind having cheese balls again during the day. (We were wrapping his pills in cheese to get him to swallow them). Rest is a great time for reflection and appreciation, and a little extra cheese is always nice.

8/6

sometimes mom is right
I’ll just try out this new bed
perfect for my nap

8/8

picture perfect day
any way you look at it
sitting in the shade

8/10

before the darkness
last of the light inspires
dream catcher awaits

8/15

parking in the shade
bigger not always better
cool ride for the win

8/16

stuffed backpack weighs down
wheels spin with every pedal
headed back again

8/20

change of scenery
following watery path
under bright blue sky

8/21

time to do something
together we can unite
vote for a shared path

8/24

balancing life with
bag of rocks, slab of concrete
trying to stay dry