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The simplicity of my day to day. |
This is where I write my thoughts, feelings and my daily trials, tribulations and happy things
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Prompt: Pets What is the most important reason for having a pet? And which kinds of people shouldn't have pets? When I think of a pet I think of dogs. Dogs are more than a pet. They are another member of the family. They simply want to be with you, no matter where you go. They can become an invisible shadow always watching. What other animal is so loyal? They know when you’re sad and will seek to comfort. They’re happy when you’re happy and never hold a grudge no matter what. Just stroking a dog can bring your blood pressure down and they help keep you fit, as who could resist those pleading eyes when they need a walk? I believe everyone could benefit from owning a dog but there are those people who don’t deserve their love and loyalty. If you’re a person who works long hours and doesn’t have the time to spend with your faithful companion, then perhaps you should consider getting a cat. Cats are much more independent and dislike disruption. They are happy to be alone so long as there’s food left for them. The downside of pet ownership is that they don’t live as long as humans, and if you’re lucky you’ll get fifteen or so years before they die. We have been lucky to have just four dogs over the fifty or so years we’ve lived here in Australia. Our beautiful Weinmarana, Lucy is getting old, along with my husband and I. I think we’ll be lucky if we have another year with her. We’re preparing for the sad day when she leaves us. |