I don’t get out much. Sure, I get to explore the neighborhood on walks. I have complete power over my backyard paradise. And I know the dog park like the back of my paw. But in the grand scheme of things I spend the majority of my time inside. This is in no way a complaint, as I am fortunate and thankful to have the roof of my forever home over my head.
I don’t have to worry about where my food comes from or finding clean water or having enough toys or feeling loved. I have all of these things in the comfort of home. But today I got to thinking how life would be different if that wasn’t the case. If I spent more time outside the safety and security of this house.
In every possibly way I see the same dog in that scenario. Probably slightly scruffier looking, but pretty darned close. Just as its what is inside a house that makes it a home, it is what is in our heart that makes us who we are. It’s what on the inside that matters.
As I daydreamed about this parallel reality I did find one not-so-tiny thing that made me wish it were true. If I was out and about more I could touch more lives. I would want to do the right thing and remember the person behind the people and keep in mind the power of the little things. I would want to paw it forward.
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“True generosity is an offering,” suggests American author and motivational speaker Suze Orman, “(It is) given freely and out of pure love. No strings attached. No expectations. Time and love are the most valuable possessions you can share.”
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I don’t get out much. And that’s okay. Because if I did, I’m not sure how different life would look. I would still seek the good in people, places and things. I would live to spread joy from the ground up. I would find ways to make life more beautiful.
I think it would look something like this:
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Wiley's Wisdom 
That was lovely, thanks Wiles 🙂
Thank you!
If only…
🙂
Time and love are the most precious gifts to give. Love that commercial! You are the wisest dog I know Wiles and full of compassion and love! High paw and big big hugs!
You know me, friend! I love high paws, but I love big big hugs even more. Thank you!
Your blog takes you out into the world every day, W. So you can stay home safe and sound and share your joy with the whole world…. Can’t get more generous than that! xoxo
Love and Happy Easter licks,
Cupcake
Oh goodness. You’ve done it again, dear friend. Have I told you lately how much I appreciate you? Because I do. I am very grateful to have you as a pal.
Lots of love and returned Happy Easter licks,
Wiles
Once again, I couldn’t say it any better than Cupcake. That’s perfect – and thanks for the video, even if I got all teary. It was a good reminder that sometimes sharing joy doesn’t always take alot of money, sometimes it is just a smile or a helping hand that can make someone feel better. Dear Wiley, thanks for bringing me many smiles as well as “aha!” moments. You’re the best : )
that’s wonderful, many thanks for sharing the video with me, Wiley. Have a great Easter sunday :o)
You’re very welcome, dear brother. I hope you enjoyed a beautiful Easter as well!
Hello! My first visit. I must admit I first thought your blog title was “Wifey’s Wisdom” and that’s what caught my eye. Enjoyed your story and Max says Wiley can come out and walk together anytime.
Well hi! I love new paw prints on my pages! Nice to meet you! Please come back and visit us again soon!