I had a dog once who was scared to cross a bridge. Maybe she was unsure about what lay on the other side. Or maybe her precious paws didn't like the feel of the worn wood. Or maybe it was the feeling of it being narrow or closed in . . .
Sometimes we just need someone to look us in the face and tell us that everything will be okay . . . “Peace is what I leave with you; it is my own peace that I give you. I do not give it as the world does. Do not be worried and upset; do not be afraid.” —John 14:27
![Take Time to Snuggle [Happiness Tip 5]](https://leilagrandemange.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/gn-take-time-to-snuggle-2.jpg?w=720)
What if we took time to stop, sit, and snuggle more often? How would that affect our moods and outlook on life? Let's consider how showing affection to our human companions (family and friends) and even our pets can enhance our life. Leo Buscaglia writes—"Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around." . . .
![How My Poodle Brought Me Through the Fire [The Incredible Power of the Human-Canine Bond]](https://leilagrandemange.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/pp-fire-feature-2-min.jpg?w=720)
Shock, disbelief, and fear gripped my heart! I watched helplessly as our house filled with smoke knowing that my dogs were still inside. Never was the Human-Canine Bond more evident than when I experienced a house fire! My husband had been relocated and was house hunting in another state, so I found myself all alone. Well, not really. I had my dogs! The story I'm about to share reaffirmed how incredibly powerful the human-canine bond is in helping people deal with stressful events.
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"Life was never meant to be a race, rather a journey—to be enjoyed, to learn from, and to share with those we love." —Leila Grandemange Author of the book, Pawz and Pray, Short Reflections about God, Life, and the Dogs I Love!
Do you have a dream? Watching my dogs chase a ball inspires me to focus, follow my dreams, and never give up! Dogs are amazing teachers, don't you think?
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