Opal was a rescue from a shelter.
People say, “Wow, she’s lucky you found her.” She’s a pitbull mix and there are many where she came from. Her breed is supposedly unpredictable. Mean. Violent. She’s lucky to have found a home!
But really, we are the lucky ones.
She makes her rounds all night, checking on each daughter and then on us.
She rarely barks, saving her growls for trespassers outside our door. She’s so protective!
Petting her releases endorphins and dopamine, chemicals that keep anxiety at bay.
She looks at us with those beautiful eyes and persuades us to go for a walk, even if it’s cold outside.
Her mere presence cheers us up after a rough day at work or school.
She reminds us to revel in the present moment, to breathe in the fresh air, and to spot rabbits in the bushes.
What makes her happy? Food. A warm bed. Loved ones nearby. She teaches us that it doesn’t take much to be blissful.
Kismet 
Love that expression. Bless you all. 🙂
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🙂 Bless you, too! Happiest of new years.
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Opal is so beautiful. We have a pit bull and it’s so sweet, a baby in fact. Not really….he will bark for the right reasons and not the wrong. I adore all animals, thanks for sharing. I wish you a Happy New Year in 2017! Lets continue to support each other on our blogs in 2017. Bless your heart, from Jackie
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Dogs rock! Happy new year to you! I’m glad we’ve connected. Here’s to happy blogging in 2017. 🙂
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Thanks for the well wishes as 2017 will be the best ever!! I am so glad we are friends
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Opal looks like a beautiful soul. So lovely to see how she has landed on her paws and how much love she has to give. We wish you all a blessed 2017 🙋🐾🐾
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Thank you! A prosperous, healthy new year to you, too! Happy blogging!
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Thank you :o)
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