Sydney's Near Death Experience

I just saved Sydney from the perils of 2nd Street.  Sydney does not understand the dangers of cars coming at her.  She does not realize that those vehicles may not be able to stop in time before hitting her, and possibly hurting her.  All she understands is the pretty flowers across the street. 

Sydney is a dog.  Those flowers across the street?  They smell GOOD.  As Sydney stood in the middle of the street, I had no choice but to park illegally on the side of the road and stop to read her tags.  There is no way I could just keep going.  What if someone else did not see her or could not stop and hit her?  What if this was my dog?

Luckily, she was a very sweet lady and she allowed me to lead her across the street, where she belonged.  Unfortunately for me, the owners were not home.  Another nice lady stopped to help me, and while she attempted to ring the doorbell and call the owners, I held on to Sydney while freezing my butt off in my thin sweater.

I noticed the neighbor’s cars in the driveway, so I rang the doorbell and luckily they knew Sydney and her predilection for escaping.  They took her in and I was able to leave with a clear conscience and arrive late to work.  I’d do it again, too. 

As I defrost in my office, I’m thankful Ginger Coleman stopped to help me with Sydney.  It would have taken me longer to figure out what to do, and goodness knows I would have frozen into a statue by then.  Sometimes I don’t stop to think that going out in a thin sweater with wet hair may not be a good idea.  Eh.  At least someone’s family member is safe.  Nothing like a little teamwork!

Love your doggies (and cats, too).

Dogs Ten Commandments (Author unkown)

1. My life is likely to last 10 to 15 years - any separation from you will be very painful. 2. Give me time to understand what you want of me. 3. Place your trust in me - it is crucial for my well being. 4. Don't be angry with me for long and don't lock me up as punishment...You have your work, your friends, your entertainment... I HAVE ONLY YOU! 5. Talk to me. Even if I don't understand your words, I understand your voice when you're speaking to me. 6. Be aware that however you treat me, I'll NEVER forget it. 7. Before you hit me, remember that I have teeth that could easily crush the bones in your hands but I choose NOT to bite YOU. 8. Before you scold me for being lazy or uncooperative, ask yourself if something might be bothering me. Perhaps I'm not getting the right food, I've been out in the sun too long or my heart may be getting old and weak. 9. Take care of me when I get old. You too will grow old. 10. Go with me on difficult journeys. Never say, "I can't bear to watch it" or "Let it happen in my absence." Everything is easier for ME if you are there. Remember that I love you.