Tonight our precious "little" puppies began barking without ceasing. Of course, I went outside to check on them and the incredibly dire situation at hand. Just as I expected, they were letting the neighbor know that his mowing adventure did not meet their approval. I assured them that the neighbor was fine and not a threat to society. I also expressed gratitude for their wonderful, efficient protection. I also asked them to please quiet down and remain calm because everything would be ok. They listened, grew quiet and soon took a much deserved nap.
It didn't take long for me to realize a simple, yet valuable, lesson. Our Boomer and Beethoven did not understand the noisy, mowing situation and reacted strongly. Yet when "Mom" assured them that all was fine, they trusted me enough to listen...even to the point of falling asleep.
I admit it. I "bark" at life often, too. There is so much I do not understand on this journey. My reaction is usually not one of peace. Sometimes I respond audibly. Most of the time, it is internalized. I wonder, however, how much more peace would be found if I simply listened more closely to my Heavenly Father. Knowing He is God gives me every reason to trust Him completely. May I listen to Him more than the noise around me. May I remember that my Master, Savior, Comforter and Healer...is with us, holding us and loving us each step toward Home.♥~thl
"Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations. I will be exalted in the earth." Psalm 46: 10
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