I love my life with dogs; it makes me smile a dozen times daily, which is essential. Inside, I’m taking a shower, and the dogs gather peacefully, eagerly, and patiently for me to come out.

When I do, usually without clothes on, they are delighted, tail wagging. Sometimes, they bark with excitement and gather at the drawler with the treats. They are very faithful to this chore.

My life is rich in love, even as the world outside seems to grasp for air and peace of mind. The dogs are a great help. Last night, sitting and reading, I looked over to where Fate was sleeping. Her right eye was open, and she was staring at me.

When I called her name, she closed her eyes and slept.

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Maria took this photo. I take flower photos for a couple of hours just about every day. Sometimes, it’s outside, sometimes inside, at the dining room table with a photo light, sometimes on a chair in the yard or the back or front porch. Where there is sun, I am apt to be anywhere following it. Maria likes this photo, which captures me, but I don’t show much.  We have flowers all over the place; all I need is light. Bud loves to sit and watch me when I take pictures of my Calla Lilies in the living room window.