I tried my best yesterday to not be overwhelmed by the work that awaited me upon my return from a few days off.
I failed. By the end of the day, I was frazzled. So I stole a few minutes to walk outside and do the only thing
that's guaranteed to calm my nerves and soothe my soul.
My therapist eats hay.
She would have listened to me for hours had George not come between us
for a butt scratch and pissed her off made her jealous.
Johnny would have curled his tail around my ankles and otherwise tried to cheer me up...
...had George not run him off.
Me: George, you're not helping here.
George: Oh, but I am. Watching me chase the cat has taken your mind off all your work, hasn't it?
Me: You're right.
Leave it to the animals to help me keep things in their proper perspective.
Just that last shot of JCC brought a little of serenity into my life.
ReplyDeleteIMO the purr of a cuddle kitty on ones lap could be the cause of world peace !
ReplyDeleteThe trickledown effect leaves me feeling better, too, after seeing your critters and smiling. That last photo is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteand this is the reason THEY say pets keep us sane and make us live longer.. love the last shot of JC
ReplyDeleteWonderful listeners, great distractions and fabulous outlets of love. Your critters are so theraputic for you and for those of us who come here daily for a little dose of 7MSN. It is quite addictive as well. Thanks for the revival of energy photos they are wonderful. Oma Linda
ReplyDeleteLucy is the best therapist, indeed! So very caring without being judgmental.
ReplyDeleteSo well put!
ReplyDeleteThe sweetest sound when I'm crashed out on my couch at night, is the nibbling of hay, done by my indoor rabbit Hendrik.
Okay, the scale is different, but the effect is exactly the same!
love
Els
same as Linda: my daily dose of 7MSN is totally therapeutic, can't live without it
ReplyDeleteIt's okay to short the work time in favor of therapy. Highly recommended in fact.
ReplyDeleteNobody can make you lighten up on yourself except you. Listen to Lucy and George and JCC. This is a time to find a slow gear. Home and hearth take priority. I am pretty sure that nobody is pushing you to "catch up" except you.
I hope you had a good night's deep sleep and feel better today. Your babies are all around to show you love. I have already confessed my addiction to your blog, but now I've got my hubs (big, burly construction guy) calling me during the day asking what's Smooch up to today, did you see Wynonna, the 3 musketeers (donks) what are they doing, how about JCC? Mind you, he forgets to ask how I am!! I forgive him, I totally understand. Great photos as always, especially the last one....so serene :-)
ReplyDeleteMy gang drive me crazy but they are the keepers of my soul. It it wasn't for them, I would not be.
ReplyDeleteYou are lucky to have all of them and they are to have you.
xo,
JC
I had to deal with trying to communicate with the healthcare exchange. The dog helped settle my grrrr afterwards.
ReplyDeleteYou should make a card with a photo of Lucy and the "my therapist eats hay" quote. Adorable!
You definitely saved the best for last! What a great photo of Johnny and the scenery!
ReplyDeleteCan't beat Wonderful Nature and the animals, such sweet souls YOU have to listen to YOU!
ReplyDeleteOh look! Your therapist's chin looks just like mine!
ReplyDeleteYes, your backyard is the best place to unwind and your margueritas aren't too shabby either ;-)
ReplyDeleteOur animals offer us unconditional love and endless sources of amusement. May you find love and peace in this Christmas season. You are in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteTwo years ago I left the fringes of the Sonoran desert for relentless Los Angeles, a desert of another kind. For love, nothing else could have induced such a move. You can imagine how much I miss the long burning sunsets, clear wide horizons and the scent of wet creosote bush. But on this blog, for a few minutes every day, I have them back. Thanks and blessings to all.
ReplyDeleteYup~ That's what our animals are for. While I was home for 10 days after suffering a CONCUSSION (at school)...my indoor cat sat on my lap every day. Ripley, my black lab, curled up next to me on the floor by the bed. Only Lady, our rehomed German Shepherd, was indifferent to my condition~ HA!
ReplyDelete~~Cheryl Ann~~