Sometimes, it is easier to give up when we’ve hit a rough patch. Our difficulties or conflicts could be brought on by circumstances, family, friendships, jobs, etc. It is tough to press through and work things out. But love perseveres through difficult...
Over the years, my pup and I have learned that life is an unpredictable doggie-trail filled with joys and challenges. Many of us often have to deal with very tough situations, but through it all, the power of hope and gratitude can help us find strength and beauty in...
Louie is ready to be loved on by a Kindergarten class! We usually express a deep sigh of relief when we hear the words “safe and sound” from a loved one. The term is actually a Naval insurance term. Whenever a ship returned from a journey overseas, if everyone were...
Louie has a very annoying habit while we walk—he whines! Not constantly—just when we exit the garage, when we see one of his buddies (considering his excellent eyesight and keen sense of smell, that buddy could be down the street, around the bend, and over the hill),...
We recently celebrated Valentine’s Day, and we love all the love that goes with it. But we think love should be freely given and celebrated daily. Love is much more than flowers, candy, emojis, or symbols. Love is patient and kind. It does not envy or boast, it...
Save A Child… that’s what you’re actually doing. A friend of mine recently challenged me with a thought. Over lunch, I shared my ongoing experience with funding and grant writing, As I explained my heart for every child to take a book home so their families can...
As Louie ages, I often wonder about getting him a companion. I know this is a common practice for many dog owners, but is it necessary for Louie? I’m not sure. Louie is not one for superficial relationships. And he is pretty clear about how he feels about other...
“I hope you have a good lawyer,” said the CEO as he leaned back in his chair. He was referring to my business tagline, “Develop Leaders to Develop Leaders Based on the Foundation of LOVE,” and to my newly released book, Love Like Louie, for eight-year-olds and...
Enjoying Ocktoberfest at Gabby’s Cafe Strike a Pose, Lou!I often joke that Louie is so photogenic. Many of you have experienced this phenomenon yourselves. He will sit and pose when a phone is pointed in his direction. For some reason, he loves to have his...
One of the chapters in our Lead Like Louie book is titled Sunrise, Sunset. I shared that Louie was all boy and was still very much a puppy at the time, and that was exasperating!Though I had tried to burn off some of his energy by taking long walks, visiting dog...
