Mine Eyes Have Seen the Glory....

It is rather obvious to me that my Dizzy Doodle isn't a "service dog." As my eyes grow weary, I know I cannot depend upon him leading me around, getting my slippers or the newspaper. Just isn't going to happen. So as my vision begins to fade, I am "seeing" the people and things, and pets, that I CAN depend upon. First in line is my wife who, after these many years, seems to have gotten overly cautious with me and my growing disabilities. Yes, it make me crabby sometimes, but in the end I am so appreciative of the reality of her concern. Behind her, are some family members. Now, I know they all care, so don't misunderstand. Yet there are, perhaps, only a few I will really be able to depend upon. I won't get into names here, just suffice it to say I know who you are! And let's not forget some of my friends. There are several who would do nearly anything out of the kindness of their hearts. I know I can depend upon big screen TV's, at least for awhile. Providing a BIG picture on the wall is helpful, though even with that there are some things I need my wife to read for me. I can depend upon my computer some, as long as I can enlarge the font. Toaster ovens and microwaves are very good to me, being easy and all. And of course, I can depend upon Dizzy...for some things. I can depend upon his love, mostly...and I can depend upon his being there. At least for now. He will be 10 this year, and even though his exuberance is still reminiscent of his puppy days, I know time will take its toll on him. In the meantime, through my complaining and frustration around his antics and his persistent begging (I blame my wife for that!) I love this dog with full measure. I can depend upon his happiness when I come if from work, his clock telling us its time for bed, his tenderness when I'm sad, and his love whenever I need it. There's nothing like a Dizzy...