Summer thoughts of snow

Why when the weather is one way do we wish it otherwise? Often the kids will moan over the heat and wish for snow; but sooner than later, the snow days come and do they ever hope for sunny, hot beach days. Similarly, would that puppies stay puppies! But really, the grown up dog is so companionable, such a personality, we wouldn't truly trade for the days of crate training! Perhaps there is a comment to be made on the lifespan to which we are all a part: each age has its beauty- its difficulties as well- but in the end, to be peaceful with one's age is the door that opens to wisdom.