Amazing Grace

Last Saturday I met a dog that very my pulled at  my hearstrings. Maze is nothing other than love and light. When I first met Maze all I saw was this beautiful dog with a heart that just poured out love and hope to all things. He looks forward to the good in life. His heart is just open to everyone that meets him and he wants to share his story.

You see, he is unable to physically walk but his spirit is already off and running. Maze requires 24 hour care. As my sleepover friend for a few nights this week, I have come to understand his love for life runs deep and affects all those that meet him. It is humbling for me to care for him. He is greatful and appreciative to have the love and care in as normal a life as possible. Like any dog he loves car rides, playing with other dogs, investigating the cat, and playing with toys. He loves gentle stretching and bodywork. He just enjoys the attention.

Nothing prepares you in life for caring for a being that is unable to care for themselves. You are their life line. Maze has shown me the ultimate in perservering in the face of adversity. My heart is bigger because of him. I am inspired to be more like him. Love and understanding is mostly what you need in life, this is what Maze shows me. His drive and will to share his story is deeply touching. When I look at Maze there is nothing to fix or change. He shows us to look beyond the physical we see and look at the true nature of the being. He is a dog that doesn't wallow in pity or feel depressed at his physical state. He is joyful and strong spirited.

I challenge all my friends and people I know to look past the outside physical, see the inner spirit potential with love and understanding. As we all learn to walk on our journey may we remember that we are all connected through spirit and to embrace each of our gifts in life. May we find the wonder in all the beauty in life- that is A-Maze-ing Grace.