-->“Dogs are our link to paradise. They don't know evil or jealousy or discontent.
To walk or sit with a dog on a glorious afternoon is to be back in Eden,
Where doing nothing was not boring--it was peace.”

Milan Kundera

Sometimes, I need to get away
To forget the horrors in this world
Sometimes, all it takes is a little walk
For a whole new peaceful realm to unfurl

And usually, that walk involves a very serene forest
Or a soothing wetland, tucked way out in the woods
And very often, I will take a few of my canines with me
Because I always find the company of dogs to be good

Dogs never complain, that it’s too hot or it’s too cold
Dogs don’t really care, if it’s raining, or if the sun is out
Dogs are as intrigued as I am, with the wonders of nature
Dogs don’t tell me that they are tired, and dogs seldom pout

My dogs are extremely content, just to walk along by my side
Listening to the sounds, and observing the sights in the wood
As mesmerized as I am, by a tiny little bird singing its heart out
And realizing that living right in the moment, is oh so very good


©A Spring 2015 Walk With Dogs, Mr. Ed