Boundary setting

    A recent New York Times story , although unfairly judgmental of the current generation of canines, has caused me to take a rueful look at my own behavior and how I may be contributing to negative perceptions.  The article's thesis is that while dogs in the olden days were noted for their heroic contributions (think Balto, Lassie, and Rin Tin Tin), the current generation is a smarmy, maladjusted me-generation of dogs whose acclaim comes from misbehaving on reality TV, or from being therapized by Cesar Milan. 

    From a personal standpoint, I feel that I do play an important positive role in both my family and my community.  Not showy or dramatic, but important in terms of recognizing, honoring, and furthering relationships.  On the other hand, the article's disparaging reference to a dog on "It's Me or the Dog" who sticks its tongue up its owner's nostril did touch a nerve, and reminds me that I need to work harder on recognizing appropriate boundaries. 

Comments

[marti witter]

I was interested in Lambiedog's squirrel adventures and saw that he spent a lot of time at the bluffs - which bluffs?

Thanks!