Be the Person Your Dog Thinks You Are.

Our dogs have a way of seeing the best in us.
No résumé. No title. No success metrics.

They don’t care what car we drive, 
how much money we make,
or what we’ve accomplished. 

They care that we show up.
That we feed them, walk them, talk to them, and make time for them. 

To them, we are loyal, dependable, kind, and strong… and a reliable source of food.
They love us unconditionally.

I’ve had dogs all my life, and each one has added something to me. 
From an early age, they’ve taught me about responsibility, patience, and presence. 
They remind me to greet each day with enthusiasm, to forgive quickly, and to appreciate simple things — a walk, a meal, a quiet moment.

It’s hard not to think that they might have it figured out better than we do.

“Be the person your dog thinks you are.”
It’s a J.W. Stephens quote I’ve carried with me for years. 

Because it’s not really about dogs. 
It’s about how we choose to show up — for others and for ourselves.
Loyal. Grateful. Optimistic.
The world would be better if more people lived like that.

In the 4th Quarter, that’s what I’m striving for. 
To lead with kindness.
To be grateful for every day. 
And to believe that good things are always possible.

So, here’s your challenge: Be the person your dog thinks you are.