Sometimes a Dog Just Knows

Hello my readers!

Sometimes a dog just knows when to chill out and let you know it's time to do so. Watching Netflix (Korean Drama Hotel Del Luna is my current favorite) is a routine of mine to unwind, but with a hectic week it was hard to turn my mind off. Maximus is the sweetest soul (with the biggest protector heart), and just laid on my stomach so I was forced to just be in that moment. Going to therapy years ago, I remembered what my therapist said about mindfulness and being in the moment. Forgetting about what happened before and what could be in the after. We used brushing teeth as a mundane activity, but just petting a dog could be used to. When the mind starts to wander, just calmingly bring it back. As I work towards graduating and applying for my Masters of the Fine Arts in Creative Writing, I forget about this mindfulness in the moment. Somehow my simple little sweet soul gets it better than I do. I have two lovely Corgis, but this little guy is the 'go-getter' of the two. Even for my attention which was needed by both of us it seemed. 

So if you're looking for a reminder to breathe, this is it. Just breathe.

All my best,

SJ Clements