Well!
Yesterday, the pups—our David and the neighbour’s dog that youngest son is dogsitting—got themselves quilled by a porcupine on the afternoon walk. David had more than 30 quills stuck in his face; Fred (that’s the neighbour dog) had only a few in his face, but the removal of several broken quills from his paw required surgical incisions. It made for a hectic several hours between the time of the attack (on the poor porcupine) and our return home with two groggy doggies.
So I’m really thankful for veterinarians because I wouldn’t want to remove all those quills, especially without sedation. I’m also thankful for the timing of the incident—we avoided after-hours fees by a hair.
I’m thankful for the new dryer that—finally!—arrived yesterday. I’m thankful we got it set up in the laundry room before the dogs’ afternoon walk.
I’m thankful for more beautiful fall weather. I’m thankful that the snow we had last week is gone.
I’m thankful that God provides for us, and for our pets, too.
On Thursdays throughout this year, I plan to post a few thoughts of thanksgiving along with Kim at the Upward Call and others. Why don’t you participate by posting your thanksgiving each week, too? It’ll be an encouragement to you and to others, I promise.