Things {Samson} Has Taught Me

{samson. enduring some early christmas card test shots. patiently.

and with great humor.}

:: don't worry about dignity. it's all about the love.

:: start every day with kisses. it's the best.

:: always tell people how you really feel. they’ll respect you more, and they’ll love you for it.

:: in the end, it’s all about food.

:: a nice long walk can change your outlook on life.

:: it’s normal to feel jealous sometimes, but you have to learn how to control it.

:: you should greet the ones you love at the door, tail a’wagging.

:: your first instincts are usually correct.

:: it’s good to get excited about the little things.

:: sometimes all you have to do is bark, but every once in a while, you have to growl to make them believe you.

:: loyalty is the foundation of the best relationships.

:: upside down naps are one of life’s great pleasures.

:: every so often, you should run around at full speed and with complete abandon, for no reason whatsoever.

:: it’s your job to protect the people you love.

:: sometimes, to be the best kind of friend, you just have to sit there.

:: always make your bed and fluff your pillows before lying down.