Welsh terriers sit and think and watch.
It’s what they do
As I type this, Roger sits in the doorway.
He’s been like this for three quarters of an hour now.
Listening to the workmen refashioning Trevor’s old bungalow, and the sparrows fighting together in the hazel hedge that separates my cottage from John & Mandy’s
I wonder if he’s thinking of anything in particular
The scaffolding is going up around the village hall and the roof and window repairs will be started soon, and even where we live, we can hear the metallic clinking of the metal poles as they are unloaded in High Street.
I found myself daydreaming too, ages spent looking out into the garden, with the village noises, wind and birds one for company.
I’ve decided that the best Disney song ever is this one
Funny where your mind wanders to when you let it
Dear sweet Roger. I often wonder what my Annie is thinking when she sits and looks off into the distance. I think they hear and know so much more than we mere humans do. Thinking about you here in Georgia USA John. We all care about you and your world even though we have never met. We are still a community. Take care.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely comment from Jackie above, a hundred per cent agree with her.
ReplyDeleteAlison in Devon x
Awwww
ReplyDeleteThat's so sweet. Doggies are awesome.
XOXO
My dogs like lying on the deck, listening and occaisionlly sniffing.
ReplyDeleteA calming pastime, listening to the birds and looking at the plants whilst enjoying a little breeze. Hugs to you and Roger.
ReplyDeleteWe no longer have a dog, nor the responsibility for one, and this I don't miss. But dogs are the sweetest of creatures and I'm glad there are a couple down the road that I can visit. And yours, online.
ReplyDeleteA lovely photo of Roger! Dogs do tend to divide into Watchers or Woofers. One sort like to quietly observe the world going by, the others rush about signalling "Yippee!" But not necessarily much else.
ReplyDeleteWatchful dogs are restful dogs. And that is a bit contagious.
Glad you caught that moment of inner peace from Roger. Good for you.
Like Roger, my Caesar listens and watches keenly. Nothing gets by Caesar.
ReplyDeleteDo you think Roger wants to see what's going on at the Hall? All the construction sounds must make him curious.
I don't think dogs think of anything in particular, they are so good at being completely and utterly 'in the moment'. We can learn so much from our dogs.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful photo of Roger. Makes me think of the lines, "What is this life, if, full of care, we have no time to stand and stare." And he has a splendid view from your door, to sit and contemplate. xx
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet picture of Roger, sitting quietly to think whatever thoughts he has. Lovely garden for him to consider, too. Perhaps he is guarding against the Clanging Monster?
ReplyDeleteWishing you and pleasant and peaceful day and night shift.
Hugs!
Elsie sits and watches the pigeons in the garden. At 14 with a tricky hip, you'd think she's too old to chase them, but she's biding her time. At a moment, known only to her, she's off like a rocket and the birds scatter. (ps - yes to what Jackie said.) xx
ReplyDeleteI think I'd do well to channel a Welsh, if only for a little while.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful photo. That’s the first time I’ve listened to the song.
ReplyDeleteOur starlings also gather in a hazel hedge to bicker. Or in the elder trees at the back of our garden.
ReplyDeleteI often wonder what my pug is thinking..then he snores. You sound a bit tired, all the commotion keeping you awake? Do you use a white noise machine?
ReplyDeleteI love your garden, like a secret special hideaway.
Your security dog is on the job.
ReplyDeleteCeci
Contemplative Roger.
ReplyDeleteAn interesting combination of sound and visuals...adds to the impact of the song
Dogs are watchers and waiters. Nothing more peaceful than watching a dog watching . . .
ReplyDeleteSometimes it's good to just sit and daydream. Take a moment to recharge.
ReplyDeleteIt IS good to sit and daydream or meditate or just loaf. I'm doing it more and more.
ReplyDeleteI often look at Billy and wonder what he's thinking; or even if he's thinking at all. It must be very strange being a dog, and living with humans.
ReplyDeleteI often used to wonder what my dog was thinking. That's a lovely photograph of Roger. Xx
ReplyDeleteWhat a pretty garden! And puppy!
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