“You, too, must be patient. Take courage, for the coming of the Lord is near. Don’t grumble about each other, brothers and sisters, or you will be judged. For look—the Judge is standing at the door!” James 5:8-9 NLT
Is dog ownership worth it? There are many reasons why a person might choose not to raise, train, and care for a dog. The house will never be as clean as it might be without a pet. There is significant costs for food, grooming, veterinarian visits, and walking or pet-sitting. All of your travel, activities, and social life will become secondary to the well-being of your pet. And significant grief can be felt with the loss of the pet.
Let’s face it. If you are prone to grumbling and complaining, a dog is going to give you plenty of opportunity. But so is life. And we all know people who believe their life’s mission is to complain about everything.
I have heard it said, a dog’s owner has a lot to live up to if he is as wonderful as the dog thinks he is. They give us so much “love” when really they just want to be with us. Famous has taught me lessons of patience, devotion, understanding, and accomplishment. He will always be a part of me, and will always be remembered as making my life better and making me a better human.
Thank You, Lord, for bringing gifts into my life that teach and inspire. Help me to do the same for others.
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