Overcome to Become: Be The Person Your Dog Thinks You Are

Hello, friends! I've been taking stock this week on how I'm doing with my yearly theme. I think I made a lot of mistakes this past week, but since I have identified them (or they've been pointed out to me), I realize that I can fix them and change. And my dog has been helping me do just that.

You might be wondering just HOW my dog is helping me with my goal, so let me explain! There's a popular saying that goes around in social media about dogs, or pets in general. Here it is...

Source

This got me thinking about just what kind of a person my dog currently thinks I am. My sweet fur baby has been sick for the last few months. She's had multiple trips to the vet for blood work and shots, been on medication, and is just now showing improvement. She still cannot jump up onto things like she is used to doing, which makes our whole family sad. There's nothing better than having your fur baby hop into your lap to cuddle with you after a rough day.

I'm digressing. Let me get back to the quote. So, we have been giving our dog a lot of love and attention lately. We do usually, we have just increased it because of how she's been feeling. My dog trusts me. She knows I love her because of my actions. She knows I have expectations of her because she gets into trouble when she gets into garbage. ;) And then I show her more love after her stern reprimand. She's happy, we are happy. It's a beautiful thing.

3 Ingredient Dog Treats

1 c. peanut butter
1 1/2 c. oats
1 ripe banana

Combine all well. Roll 1/4" thick and cut into desired shape.
Cook at 350*F for 10-15 minutes. Treats should be golden brown.
Store in airtight container for up to 5 days, in refrigerator for up to 2 weeks,
or freeze for up to 3 months.

As I thought about this, I related it to the many other roles beside dog mama I play in my life--daughter of Heavenly Parents, wife, daughter, sister, aunt, teacher, employee, friend, minister, Young Women secretary, Sunday School teacher...I could go on. So, what have been the rewards and pit-falls?

I have tried to use the things my dog has taught me more fully in my 2nd grade classroom this week. Result? It was the BEST week we have had this entire school year. We were all happy, expectations were met with little to no reminders, and I feel that all students learned a lot. It was beautiful! Here is what one student wrote this week for his writing assessment...

So my next goal is to apply this to other areas of my life. I will keep you updated! What are the goals you are working towards this year? I would love to hear about them in the comments below! OR, you can always email me at onastampageATgmailDOTcom! 

Thanks for stopping by today, friends! I hope you have a wonderful week and that you feel peace and love. You are a wonderful part of this world and are needed--never forget that! Until next time, HUGS to all!