August 7th, 2026
Creature Comforts
“Our perfect companions never have fewer than four feet.”
Colette (French Mime, Actress, & Journalist; January 28th, 1873 to August 3rd, 1954)
“Physicians and psychologists say that loving, caring for, and spending time with animals enhances our well-being. Anyone who has ever been adored by a dog or adopted by a cat probably can’t convey in words the emotional bond that grows between them. That’s because dogs love unconditionally and cats are big on redemption. Our sins and shortcomings don’t bother them as long as we delight in their presence.”
“Pets need to be stroked, cuddled, caressed, indulged, pampered, and played with; dote on them and they’ll return the kind of devotion most of us can only dream about receiving from human beings. Talk to them and you’ll discover a trusted confidante who’ll never betray your secrets. Laugh at their silly antics–a sure stressbuster–and learn how to live by observing them. Dogs make friends easily, are loyal, and aren’t moody. Cats are spontaneous, content to live in the present moment. They’re small, shedding, scratching, inscrutable Zen masters sent to teach us the paradox of undoing in a hectic world where things always have to be done.”
“Today be grateful for the gift of sharing your earthly span with creatures who comfort. Animals are our spiritual companions, living proof of a simply abundant source of Love. None of us need feel alone. And if there is a gift, then surely, there must be a Giver.”
“All pets who have graced me by welcoming me into their existence, have all transformed me with their Love. I am privileged to know these creatures and I am honored to have had them along my journey. Our dog Kiva has adopted me a ‘Mom” and I appreciate his love and trust of me when I needed this most in my life presently.”
–Ban Breathnach, Sarah. “Simple Abundance: A Daybook of Comfort and Joy”. Grand Central Publishing. (1976). Kindle Page 290 to 291 of 501.
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