Our Charlie was known as the Ambassador of Little Dogs at Bergen Bark Inn. He contributed his welcoming and assuring energy to each new canine that joined the group. It was said he also played with and was sure to seek out, the more timid pups in the yard.
One of the most powerful tools I learned in early sobriety was acceptance. Acceptance for what is, without judgement or opinion. When I choose to let go of needing for something or someone to be different - my pushing energy, dissipates.
I have a longing to hear his voice and to receive his wise council. Going to ‘have a talk’ with my dad was like seeking out the Oracle or the Supreme Chief of our tribe.
