Love animals. God has given them the rudiments of thought and joy untroubled. ~ Fyordor Dostoyevsky It's taken me awhile to get this blog up and running....why is it that we so often defer what God lays on our heart to do? In my case, it was simply a matter of thinking there were more "important" things I needed to do. And yet from morning till night, I'm deeply conscious of and grateful for the gifts my four animal companions -- an English Setter, a Cav. King Charles Spaniel, and two house cats -- bring into my life. Between (canine) Jonah's irrepressible "James Cagney" grin and Tristan's truly cavalier style, and amidst the antics of two young cats (Gypsy & Gilmore) who remind me that play is a vital part of everyday life, I am blessed to share time and space with these creatures who teach me by example what it is to be joyfully ENGAGED in each and every moment. By virtue of their everyday faithfulness to their God-given natures, our animal companions offer us a glimpse of what it means to be perfectly centered in the will of God. In my daily reading of Scripture, which magnifies the wonder of even the least creatures among us, and in my study of the lives of the Saints, I came to realize that communion with the natural world and its creatures is a pathway to both holiness and self-discovery. Saint I'm not, but I've found this path to be ever more trustworthy in my own life as well. My animal companions have also given me a glimpse of what it is to love unconditionally and to live in that blissful state of "joy untroubled." They are sentinels at the gate of God's kingdom here on earth, where I can choose to enter any time I exercise love, compassion, justice, and reverence toward life, in all its manifold forms. May these simple stories and meditations to come awaken or enhance your understanding and love of GOD, who is in all things, above all things, and constantly revealing Himself to us through all living things. And may your beloved animal companions be your conscious and your guide to living wholly, and holy, in each singularly beautiful and awesome moment! With one voice and one breath, let us pause...pray...and praise the LORD, for we are ONE in God's Kingdom of Love! Yours in Christ Jesus, Andie
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Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Why Paws 4 Prayer?
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Sometimes I forget the true meaning of life.
ReplyDeleteSchedules,deadlines,money problems,and all of the other crazy demands that we humans have created.
Has the world has gone completely mad......???
Then I go for a walk with my dogs,and all the peace returns.
Thank You Lord for my four legged friends,for they have saved me from myself,many,many times.
I lost my dog Scooby a short while ago and there is a hole in my heart.
ReplyDeleteHe was a true friend and companion.
I can only hope that there is a Heaven,and that he is now out of pain.
Dear Lord,please take care of my Scooby,for he truly was a Great Dane.
Forever with me.
Bye my Scoob.
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Good Bye Henry. Good Bye Mimi. Two wonderful dogs who are now in the hands of the SPCA.
ReplyDeleteThey were too much to handle and I could not cope with all the aggression. They would fight constantly and ended up spending most of their lives in cages. This was not a life for them at all.
I pray that they will find a better home,and the proper care they need.
Perhaps if I were younger and more determined,the end would have a better outcome.
Please Dear God take care of my two dogs,help them find peace and watch over them.
Always in my heart.
Perhaps we shall meet again on the Rainbow Bridge.
Good Bye is never really final.
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ReplyDeleteI can only hope that you truly mean what you say.
ReplyDeleteT-SHIRTS AND HOCKEY JERSEYS are man made and have a very limited life span. The true love and loyalty of a trusted animal companion will last forever and a day.
Why is the human mind so pathetic.Wake and be true to God's plan.
Love one another and peace to all.
Amen To That!!!
DeleteStop acting like spoiled,self-centered rotten little children.
Pick up the pieces and build a BETTER WORLD.
Learn to live,Laugh,Love and Create a world where all are free.
A world, where all live in peace and harmony.
Respect one another !
Kiss the wife,pat the dog,and remove the gun from under your pillow.
No more war...just a little peace in this world......
I lost my Best friend,my dog Wolfie.He died of a Tumor which was cancerous.We fought a good fight,but lost the battle.I will always miss him.Good Bye my Wolfie.Maybe one day we will be together once again.Dearest God in Heaven,I send to you ,one who suffered,but never gave up.Bless him and hold him close in your heart.Bye my Wolfie XXXXXXXX
ReplyDeleteI have lost many four legged friends over the vast number of years ,and I still cry over the loss.
ReplyDeleteMy dogs gave my life, a very Special meaning, and a connection with all that is truly unique and wonderously beautiful.
Good Bye and I hope we will meet again on The rainbow Bridge.
Love Always and Forever plus one day.
Please Lord keep them Safe and in your Light.
.OOOOOOOOOOOOOO WOOF..
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Thank you for these beautiful musings and prayers.
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