The Fountain of Life

A little discouraging news from the vet. Honeybun's liver levels are still low, after a month of antibiotics. She may just be old, and that is what happens as dogs age. So the vet is trying a new medication that targets the liver, and we hope the levels moderate. I love Honeybun, but with old dogs, I think there may come a point where intrusive intervention is not in their best interest. Honeybun seems happy and perky, and still enjoys her walks. I will do everything I can to keep her pain free. With so many growing issues as she ages, I think keeping her comfortable and letting her systems shut down may be the greater kindness.

Life is full of sad moments. Honeybun, who doesn't know her liver levels are off, is the same easy-going happy Honeybun she has always been. Dogs have such a nice perspective. Little is required for them to be content. A patch of sun to warm themselves with enticing smells. A good meal now and then. A loving hand to scratch them behind their ears. As usual, we could learn a lot from our dogs.

My Bible reading this morning began with this wonderful verse:
"For with you is the fountain of life. In your light, do we see light." Psalm 36:9

All we have been given, our very life itself, is illuminated by God. We would see nothing, hear nothing, taste nothing without His enabling. We enjoy our fleeting days here in the light of life because God ordained it. May I be more like Honeybun, basking in whatever light God shines in my direction with a contented, grateful heart.