I don’t often get a photo of all three dogs living in their own lives. This morning, when we went outside to do the chores, I had a chance.
Bud sat down, waiting for me to let him in the pasture; Red was already in, locking eyes with the sheep and Fate was in the background, running joyously around the sheep for no particular reason other than that she loves it.
The photo captures the personas of the three dogs – Bud’s presence and diligence, Red’s professionalism and focus, Fate’s renegade passion. They capture the spirit and rhythms of the farm, and the impact these dogs have had on the life of this place.
I love the picture of Fate running joyously around the sheep. I had a border collie with the same exuberant spirit. Just a pure joy for life.
I realized today why I feel Fate’s joy so internally. More than any of your dogs, past and present, she is the one with whom I identify with, completely and joyfully. I wish my grown children accepted that what I do, I do for joy. And that is okay!
Susie
“Renegade passion” I loved that description. All of these descriptions can be said of you, too, Jon!