Dear Liseli,
It’s Christmas day and I’m spending it alone once again. This is the 6th year in a row, if I’m correct. It’s coming to the point that I don’t even really remember my Christmas’s. This one is a little better though, because I spent it with a dog. You’d think that wouldn’t matter, but it was nice to have some living being around, one that isn’t trying to be hurtful or evil towards me at the very least.
We went out for a nice walk, but it’s been raining out here for about the past week or so. It’s cool because there were a lot of people at the park. It started raining while we were there on and off, and the dog rolled around in the mud. It was hilarious and annoying at the same time. He looked happy doing it, so it must have been worth it for him.
There was another dog there that really took to him. His owner said that it was rare for him to meet a dog that he respects so he was impressed. I wasn’t. This dog that I’m pet -sitting is a leader. He’s very dignified and has a lot of self-respect. It’s interesting to see him. I relate in so many ways. He is friendly, but because of the package that he comes in, people and other dogs find him intimidating until they can see that he is friendly. And he never starts issues with other dogs, they always start it with him, and he only responds when he feels like they are being aggressive toward him. And he moves on from issues quick. He could get into it with a dog, and once it’s over, it’s over for him. He will be back smiling again. He’s very expressive and knows what he needs and is aware of his boundaries. He’s amazing. It was cool to spend Christmas with him. Maybe next year will be something better, because this year was better than last.
This morning, when I took the dog out for a walk, the streets were completely empty. There was debris from the storm the night before, and it was somewhat picturesque. I felt a little sad because I knew everyone was inside with their families celebrating Christmas, but then again, that could be an assumption. The time at the park was lovely though. I was in a healthy place, surrounded by healthy people that were just enjoying themselves. They weren’t bothering or thinking about me. It was peaceful. I think I should thank God for that, honestly.
Sincerely,
Alexa