We are making progress! As many folks are aware, the Lorenz family is welcoming two new additions. When we first learned that our dear friends' dog had new puppies, our hearts melted. :) It wasn't long until our son selected Boomer, (top picture). Following our hearts, we decided it was absolutely essential to add Boomer's brother, Beethoven, (bottom picture), to the family, too! We are thrilled as we prepare to bring them home.
We also realize the necessity of keeping Boomer and Beethoven safe. Although we live in the beautiful countryside, that also means there are dangers to consider, especially coyotes. It is not uncommon to hear...and see...them closeby. In addition to calling the vet, we have also developed a plan to keep our precious puppies safe, healthy and happy when outside. It has been no small task and will be a daily responsibility. For as precious as these two protective dogs will be of us, we need to guard them, also.
I began to think. We continually try to protect and provide for loved ones, our health, our pets and even our homes. Do we invest that much in guarding our hearts? I have often heard that those with the greater hearts suffer deeper wounds. I agree. How do we guard our hearts in a world that becomes more challenging, competitive, critical and cynical.
Living in a harsh world will inevitably bring pain into our lives. Yet there is also a degree of responsibility we must accept in our own choices. What we read, what we view on computers and phones, what music we listen to, who we spend time with, how we think about others and ourselves, plus time we spend with God...influence the condition of our hearts.
It is no secret that I will go from "mother hen to momma bear" immediately if someone hurts my family. I will also be very protective of our sweet puppies. However, I also need to protect my heart. For it is there that my love for God, my husband, children, family and friends dwells. May I guard my heart for Him, and those I love, with ultimate passion and protection. It truly makes all the difference in my life and theirs.♥~thl
"Above all else, guard your heart; for it is the wellspring of life." Proverbs 4: 23
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