How Pets Enrich My Life
Having a pet can be the most rewarding things in your life. They give you companionship, entertainment, and unconditional love. Their dedication is undeniable. They would go to the ends of the Earth for you because to a pet, you are their entire world. A pet is your snuggle-buddy, your best-friend, your exercise partner, your be-all end-all. Pets have enriched my life beyond belief! My love for animals started at a very young age. I was born with severe cerebral palsy which affects my motor control. My family was always amazed with the steadiness I had petting animals. I could not grab a drink without it being on the floor but when I interacted with an animal, there was no jerkiness, stiffness or involuntary spasms. It cannot be explained. There is just a remarkable bond between myself and animals that defy science and relax my muscles. This is probably why I surround myself with pets. Since I was little, animals were drawn to me; almost like they could sense my disability and wanted to be close to me. My German Sheppard, Jack, actually helped me to walk. I learned to walk at age five. Naturally, I fell quite a bit in the beginning. Where ever I landed, Jack came running, stood in front of me and braced himself. He would allow me to pull his fur with all my might until I was standing steady. Then he would go on about his business until the next time I fell. This continued into my late teens until he passed away. From then on, animals have been a part of my life. Everyone should benefit from the love of an animal. If you are thinking about bringing a little one into your life, adopt from a shelter or animal rescue. You’ll be saving a life!
Don’t Give Up
When I was at the age to start doing chores, my dad wanted me to empty the dishwasher. My mom didn’t want me to because she figured I might break the dishes. They had a discussion about it and decided, yes, that would be my chore. I was so upset because I did not know how I was going to get those dishes above my head without breaking something. And, just like any other child, I was also mad because I did not want to do any chores. So, maybe I used the ‘breaking dishes’ as a little excuse. Of course, my dad was not going to let me get away with that. My dad, being the optimist that he is, said, “Ok, we’ll get around this.” He made a spot under the counter for the glasses but he wasn’t going to let me get away with not trying. He wanted me to put the plates up. He said if I broke any, he’d just buy more. He said that I would not accomplish anything without trying. So, I tried and I did break a couple but when I got that first plate up, I felt like I could do anything. Every night, I put those dishes away and it got easier and easier. That taught me the best lesson in my life; I can do anything if I try hard enough.
Thank you, Dad.
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Everyone knows that all I have wanted is to be employed and be able to provide for my children. You would think having a bachelor’s degree and many skills to offer a company would be enough, but no, they could not look past my CP. Thanks to Aneil Weber, he has given me a chance to write & work for his website. Check out my bio at http://www.petinsurancecomparison.org/about/ & explore the site.
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