Sign Language for Dogs

A critic is a “tick” that bites itself when I criticize the magnifying glass turns on me what I see in others appears in different hues in myself I would like to pretend “ it’s different” it may be somewhat…..but only slightly – all…… not some…… all criticism of others…

I heard you crying tho’ you didn’t make a sound because I have come to know you we travel common ground Obviously you felt the need to hide it and that is something not up to me  But I thought it appropriate to remind you When I sense you are…

“ the world going to end…… it’s going to be soon” that’s okay I’ll move to the moon….. they tell me that could happen soon Either way I can’t live in gloom away from me you “ prophets of doom” – I don’t have time for “could or might” last…

All Rise. The Judge in me wants to sentence you because you refuse to do what I want you to do – I have placed you on probation for the last time You have heard my requirements and I have imposed the fines  but I know you’ll be back just…

My Ego and my mind want answers I cannot find – these roads I’ve traveled before my mind keeps wanting to explore caves that lead nowhere and paths that have no end – I know acceptance will eventually win the mental fatigue has me lying on the floor Perhaps acceptance…

My “Golden Dome” sets on a throne and saves me from the “incoming” drones that life throws……..diverted in droves but this world 🌎 keeps trying – to have me live in “fear” and walk around scared but I have a defensive weapon I rejoice and sing 🎶 for the protection…

(My Father passed away many years ago but we remain in contact….He was a complicated person that was never really at peace. He was challenged by my defiance…. But I probably retained more than he thought….. I miss you Dad ) What would my Father say to the changes I’ve…

nothing will drain you faster then trying to accomplish the impossible there are such things impossible to be totally present at all times impossible go for it…… work on it……..pray for it but realize you will wander off the path or would you prefer the approach of all or nothing…

In the “Progress of Elimination” the neighborhood store was unfortunately deemed “old fashion and out dated. The “Anchor of the Neighborhood”  was gone The Social Connection…… the meeting place….. the interaction between neighbors crossing paths as they picked up items they forgot at the grocery store run was gone and…

When the apple 🍎 you just ate wasn’t compared to the other thousand you have eaten…….. the rain ☔️ on you face glitters like diamonds and it is a welcome refreshment the child kicking the ball ⚽️ has captured you and you study his demeanor….. his dexterity and his focus…

I could associate with the benefits of calm reflection but my attempts at achieving that pointed me in the wrong direction so in my search for enlightenment “Brother Lawrence” crossed my path A monk who lived many years ago who also struggled with the task a chore that was assigned…

Different countries different people different languages different churches ⛪️ But You are never hard to find….. because you never leave – Our agreement is simple I can go anywhere my heart desires as long as You go before me and I offer the love and respect and kindness You show…

The “ secret” to happiness and contentment is no secret it’s so simple…… we just won’t accept it appreciate where you are and accept that’s where you are supposed be be stop 🛑 yourself from the trap of “ longing” it is your ego’s way of creating mental turmoil there…

The only connection today has with yesterday….. I lived it….. that’s it when I WASH my laundry in water mingled with yesterdays water…… it never comes clean yesterday/ aka The Past is an entity unto itself and shouldn’t be in a coffin ⚰️ but corralled and not free to roam…

I wipe my soul with the “ napkin of prayer” to clean up a mess I’ve made I would hope the day would come when such action wouldn’t be a necessity but I must admit I easily slip and my mouth 👄 can stir a quick storm but the tempest…

A child approaches for coins 🪙 his disposition I do not know We fumble through a change purse and offer what was found snatching the money from my hand he hurries off to a local street vendor to negotiate a transaction – initially his situation seems alien to me But…

When I languish over things I cannot control the struggle and stress take their toll – but there are also times that overcome me when I’m not striving to be the best person I can be – the difference that separates the two The first I cannot change and I…

The position that good prose ……or if you wish poetry opens new thoughts and new avenues is correct – however it is also deemed worthy of entertaining…..in my opinion….if it has the power to have one consider dismissing and closing doors that lead nowhere – the eternal vagabond 🦍🙏🏼🇱🇷🇵🇭🙏🏼🦍

It’s challenging to discover and/ or uncover things about others that are against your own personal beliefs and still treat them with respect and dignity – if we are determined to rid ourselves of others that don’t follow our personal opinions we miss and opportunity to learn how others think…..…

Over the hills….. through the woods to a world I did not know so I am waiting for a plan I am not yet privy to know – I find my peace by referring back to the uncharted paths I’ve strode God was always there when I was lost and…

I’m leaving the Immigration Office in Tacloban (a gathering of old man….  Unwanted in their homeland…. Here to find love …. Or pretend love… where resources are exchanged for companionship and loyalty…. Just reality) I had to apply for an extension on my visa leaving I am enthralled by a…

You cannot nor will not appreciate nor comprehend people, places and things Until you or they are not in your presence – we lull ourselves into believing we are present we are attentive…… we are giving our full presence but rarely does that happen – the distraction of modern day…

Be prepared to go it alone if you leave family if you leave your home – the reasons and motivations are as many as the stars there is safety and security and comfort in familiar surroundings there are also restrictions and confinements to those conditions – it is not easy…

Conductor: That’s right just fall in line…. Fall in line Everything will be just fine Move up slowly and fall in line – Excuse me…. You must have not heard me Please fall in line and everything will be fine – Vagabond I’m sorry but there are some things I…

I admit I was remiss to consider what would be required before my trip so what ensued was a bump in the road and a kick in my butt and a few coins out the window ….may someone in need gather them but being resilient from lessons in my past…

My faith tells me God is in charge and He has me exactly where I’m supposed to be – so my first thought this is harder then I thought it would be ( most things are…. aren’t they) – then reflecting…….anything worthwhile requires effort the bigger the reward or benefit…..…

Humbling to admit….how long I have lived this way When I am afraid…… someone has to pay they may not have been involved or see my wrath coming their way but when I’m afraid someone has to pay 💰 – so you would like to pat yourself on the back…

Free and easy okay but life gets breezy so before the winds of life take it away better have a finger on it live and let live take and give share what you can …. but people can be greedy better have a finger on it Life is meant to…

So I’m asking for your blessing should have asked for it before but You know what Your Doing Me…. I need to be sure I Can’t see the future and I don’t know what in store but if the path I’m treading isn’t the one you want me on show…

Get up seize today before it gets away discover What it was trying to hide 🦍 Wisdom Wisdom doesn’t fall like an apple 🍎 from a 🌳 tree One must climb the tree 🦍