Love & Choice

For those that know me well, you know I'm obsessed with quotes. I can sit and read quotes for hours. There is always a 'perfect' quote to match every mood and/or situation. Yesterday I came across a quote on a friends Facebook page that for some reason or another truly impacted me. It gave me one of those 'Ah-Ha' moments. Funny how simply reading a quote can change your view and opinion on certain situations.

The quote I'm referring to:

Love is such a powerful feeling and word. In one swoop it can be the greatest feeling and the worst feeling. I am a true believer in love. I am a true believer in finding a 'forever' love and that such a thing exists. One thing I had never thought of before is how 'choice' plays such an important factor in love. This quote is so spot on for so many reasons. You're not required to love someone, it is your choice. It is your choice to make the effort, day after day. It is your choice who you choose. Unfortunately, who you may choose doesn't always choose you. Everyone has their own choice.

Finding someone to love you may be the easy part. Finding someone who chooses you, day after day, that is the hard part. Good mood, bad mood, pretty, ugly...all hours, every day...day after day. I've realized that is what I want, not someone who just verbalizes their love. I want to be their choice. And their best choice at that :)

Gordie :: Not a Stage Mom

We got the word today, Gordie did not make it to the top two spots for the commercial position. Although Joe and I are a little bummed, we're so happy that he even got this far! Out of all the dogs in the world, he was hand selected...I'd say that is a pretty good accomplishment for him.

It turns out that the brand wanted a more 'traditional' breed and they were looking for a dog a little more mature than a two year old dog with loads of energy. I was hoping Gordie's unique and goofy personality would shine through and win the committee over... unfortunately, his charm only worked on a few and not enough. They did, however, say that he'd be kept in mind for future castings for other brands looking for handsome and quirky dogs. So... maybe his superstar days will come in the future. For now, he'll continue to be king of the house, without the celebrity status.