Ke-ola and Sun-day Meditation...Om

Ke-ola during sun meditation 

Our Sunday Fun-day went to the dogs. Ke-ola loves being outside and so do our other pups. We'd hoped to have a united pack by now but with Ke-ola's health challenges we don't want to risk all the dogs getting sick. We devised a plan to give all our pups outdoor time and family time today.

We got the AM walks done and fed the dogs. Then it was time to play outside. I took the girls in the backyard and we played with the tennis ball. Roland took Ke-ola in the front yard and played fetch with Ke-ola's little red car. They all had a fun time and while the pups weren't physically playing together they could hear each other playing and stayed focused on their play. 

Roland and I switched and I got to spend some quality time with Ke-ola and he spent time with River and Sky. 

Handsome boy

Ke-ola is so sweet.

I was not expecting Ke-ola to relax but he surprised me today and we had a great sun meditation together. I sat and crossed my legs as he stood next to me. I asked him to lay down and he did. I was amazed. I extend my right hand and placed it over his heart and my left hand rested on his ribcage. I took a deep cleansing breath, relaxed my muscles and closed my eyes. Ke-ola didn't move, he was totally relaxed. We spent 10 wonderful minutes sitting in the sun breathing together. It was a very special moment for me. Dogs experience life in the moment, each breath is a refection of mindfulness. They are great teachers, if we'd only learn to listen. 

Ke-ola's appetite wasn't what it usually is. He didn't finish his breakfast or lunch. I will try feeding him smaller portions tonight. I'm hoping that his appetite is a reflection that he is reaching his healthy weight. It is difficult to remember that he is not well yet. He looks and acts like a totally different dog than the one we brought home from the shelter. He still coughs when he over exerts himself and his bark is very horse. I'm hoping that with two more weeks of antibiotics, exercise, and steam he will have a clean bill of health on his next visit. 

Ke-ola relaxing after our Sun-day meditation. 

I love meditating with Sky and River and I'd love to include Ke-ola one day. 

Wishing you and your pack Peace, today and everyday. Thank you for visiting.

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