Friday, April 8, 2011

Psychology and illness.





Wilf was reunited with his family last night . Old blind dog with cancer and diabetes ? You must be mistaken . Within seconds of the car sweeping down the drive our senior citizen had been replaced by a singing, caroling, sprightly, six month old puppy. Too excited to bark. His body, aft of the neck, moving in uncoordinated exhiliration. Wave after wave of intermingled joy, happiness and bliss sweeping through him . Walking on air. Happy as a king. Basking in sunshine. Treading on enchanted ground. Like patience on a monument.

This morning he set off through the village, head held high, a celebratory " Rejoice ! I have found my sheep " christening of the fire hydrant. Kelly wasn't around. If she had been she might have found that the chipper old fellow had more than mischief on his mind. The miraculous interaction of positive psychology and illness. That old PON adage : ' They do not love that do not show their love '.

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  1. NanApril 8, 2011 at 8:54 AM

    So glad to see Wilf is having such wonderful times.

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  2. AnonymousApril 8, 2011 at 8:57 AM

    ' Like patience on a monument '. How marvellous. I must remember that.

    Tracey-Ann and Marvyn

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  3. JoannaApril 8, 2011 at 8:59 AM

    How sweet that Wilf is SO happy to be with his family again and how precious for you to see him this happy and to see glimpses of his former self.

    x (for Wilf!)

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  4. JeanApril 8, 2011 at 9:01 AM

    Wonderful post. It's so good to see that Wilf still has plenty of spring in his step.

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  5. JacksDadApril 8, 2011 at 9:15 AM

    The joy of a dog when you come home is always a blessing!

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  6. WFT NobbyApril 8, 2011 at 9:31 AM

    Oh Wilf how wonderful to read that you are all young and happy today, surrounded by your loving family. The best medicine indeed.

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  7. AnonymousApril 8, 2011 at 9:37 AM

    Rejoice my little pon - happy that all the sheep are found - looking extremely good this morning - love from Southern Italy Susanne, Daisy and Foxiie

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  8. kksApril 8, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    nothing better...
    love the pics!
    xoxo
    have a great wknd
    not sure if your keeping up with the political boondoggle in Madison...the State Supreme Court election was held...during the primary the incumbent was ahead by 35%....at the election the challenger won by 204 votes(due to the grassroots movement) NOW, during the re-count they have "found" 7000 votes that were not counted...of course for the incumbent....just keeps getting more bizarre....

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  9. Rocky Creek Scotties and Rocky Creek RamblingsApril 8, 2011 at 12:00 PM

    So touching!! I can just imagine - I know how excited our gang gets when their "brother and sister" come to visit.

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  10. Piappies WorldApril 8, 2011 at 12:02 PM

    Hello Wilf,

    Good to read about your happy day today. We share with you our positive thoughts today and always.

    Love,
    Piappies Fudgie, Princess, Frappie, Mocha, Sugar, Wai-Pai, Wai-Max & Forgie

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  11. Whispering WallsApril 8, 2011 at 12:04 PM

    Hurrah for Wilf - hope he's enjoying the sunshine

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  12. UnknownApril 8, 2011 at 1:05 PM

    Ahh, so happy to hear Wilf has the goslings gone and all is well with the world!

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  13. KBApril 8, 2011 at 2:26 PM

    I'm smiling for Wilf. What a happy day!

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  14. Teri and her Stylish Adventure Cats April 8, 2011 at 2:48 PM

    Glimpses of puppy, love overflows, happiness is boundless...glad Wilf had a good day!

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  15. Bella Roxy & MacduiApril 8, 2011 at 2:54 PM

    The happiness of having the whole flock back together.

    XXXOOO Daisy, Kendra & Bella

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  16. Narrative jewelryApril 8, 2011 at 3:11 PM

    This Friday seems to be one of the most wonderfull day Wilfee had for a moment. Hope his family will stay a loooong time with him.
    Enjoy this day sweet boy. Cuddles and bisous Wilfee. Amitiés to you, Angus, the Font and the Family.

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  17. Ina in AlaskaApril 8, 2011 at 3:43 PM

    Lovely pictures, I was soaking up all the sunrays - we have been gloom and more gloom here as winter painfully transits into spring. Gray skies, snow, sun, melt, repeat..... Wilf has been soaking up the love of his family, what great therapy. I have inlaws to which that quote aptly applies!

    Happy sunny love-filled weekend to you all! And coconut ice cream for Wilf please. xo

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  18. SbuckleyApril 8, 2011 at 4:16 PM

    Your post has made my day! There is nothing so joyful, as a dog that has been reunited with those they love!

    Susan

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  19. houndstoothApril 8, 2011 at 5:27 PM

    I always love a happy dog reunion! May Wilf enjoy the company of his returned sheep for a good long visit! :) He does look very proud of himself strutting through town there! It does my heart good!

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  20. SukaApril 8, 2011 at 5:45 PM

    hey Wilf,

    You post made my tail wag! I could feel your joy at being reunited with your family. I am so furry happy for you! Nothing like love to really make you come alive!

    Beautiful pics, as always. Enjoy!

    Suka

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  21. rottroverApril 8, 2011 at 5:46 PM

    What a lovely image of the Wiggling Wilf!! Happy Spring to your family!!

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  22. sprinklesApril 8, 2011 at 6:28 PM

    I always love stopping by your blog, it makes me as happy as Wilf was last night when he was reunited by his family.

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  23. MrsDuncanMahoganyApril 8, 2011 at 8:41 PM

    Still a spring in the step then? Good news!! Let's hope to have much more of this...keep going Wilf, sweet boy!

    Love your Canadian pals,
    Dianna along with Tor, Willow and Tucker

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  24. AnonymousApril 8, 2011 at 9:17 PM

    Without doubt, Wilf's herding instincts caring for his beloved family help sustain him on this part of his journey. With Wilf on the job none will go astray. Such a happy day for dear Wilf. DBH

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  25. Pamela Terry and EdwardApril 8, 2011 at 11:07 PM

    Ah, this made my day.

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  26. AstaApril 9, 2011 at 1:04 AM

    Wilf youw joy and love awe infectious and such a delight.
    I'm so happy to see the spwing in youw step.
    Kelly missed a wondwous time
    smoochie kisses
    ASTA

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  27. KariApril 9, 2011 at 1:44 AM

    It has made us so happy to hear Wilf is having a good day. What strength he draws from his loved one and happiness in his capability. We wish everyday could be a good day. God bless you, wonderful boy.

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  28. Jake of FloridaApril 9, 2011 at 3:12 AM

    What joy!!! Have a wonderfuk visit with the kinderlein!!!

    xxxx Joan

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  29. Maggie Mae and MaxApril 9, 2011 at 3:17 AM

    Wilf, you are well loved by so many!

    Blessings and Love,
    Janelle and Maggie Mae

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  30. Scruffy, Lacie and Stanley's PlaceApril 9, 2011 at 3:45 AM

    JOY...to be reunited with whom we love...Wilf teaches us daily lessons. And there is nothing better than to see a bit of the puppy showing in the older gent!!

    Kisses,

    Scruffy, Lacie and Stanny

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  31. Jed and Abby in MerryLandApril 9, 2011 at 6:37 AM

    What a joy for Wilf - and for the rest of the family - to be reunited. Bet you were all doing your happy dances in your own ways.

    Jed & Abby

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  32. the many BsApril 9, 2011 at 6:48 AM

    happy reunions can make an old dog feel young again. it warms my heart too.

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  33. TwoSpecialWiresApril 9, 2011 at 6:50 PM

    We all can (and do) learn so much from Wilf.
    Every day.

    Looking forward to tomorrow's,learning,
    jake and Fergi and Family

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  34. the booker manApril 10, 2011 at 4:25 AM

    i can practically see the bounce in your step, wilf! enjoy being surrounded by your whole family. :)

    the booker man and asa's mama

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