Cinch waits patiently for me
March 23, 2015
Today, I met with an old friend. We have talked on the phone and by email, but we had a real visit today. It was face time, in the flesh…no computer or cell phone needed 😮 We caught up on life as easy, as if we had visited last week. The conversation flowed freely in both directions. I had a wonderful time.
This man I met well over twenty years ago. He and I hit it off and have shared many common threads since then. We share many of the same views on farming methods, conservation, forestry and the human condition. My friend is now an octogenarian, but spry and sharp of mind. He is a delight to be around. He is a little ornery, often contrary with a sense of humor that tickles me to the core.
I am grateful for friendships such as this one. I hope that I am as much a friend to him as he is to me. If I had one wish for everyone that I meet, it would be for them to have at least one true friend. It makes life complete.
My dog Cinch, the Border Collie, is an awesome friend too. He doesn’t let me out of his sight. He is glad to see me even if I have only been gone two minutes. He greets me with a big smile, waits patiently for me always and would give his life for me. There is no question that he is my friend! I am thankful for his love for me. It’s dogs like him that make me realize that “dog” spelled backwards is … “God”
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RicelandMeadows 
So true Ralph! My dog is my best friend too. It’s just so sad that their lives are so short! The herders are the smartest too. My dog’s intelligence amazes me all the time. Glad to see your maple syrup production is finally in full swing! Take care!
Comment by Jacklyn March 24, 2015 @ 9:22 amThanks young lady! Nothing better in the world than a good dog!
Comment by ricelandmeadows March 28, 2015 @ 10:28 pm