“Every week brings new conversations, new wins, and new opportunities. Stay focused, stay purposeful, and keep leading with value.”

Luna joined my family five years ago, and she's been that faithful companion many of you can relate to when I say dogs are awesome.

With Father's Day this past month and Mother's Day the month before, I read a lot of posts about what kids taught parents, or what parents taught their kids. Got me thinking about what Luna's taught me.

1. Love Unconditionally

There is nothing like coming home to your dog. She's overjoyed even if I had to cut her morning walk short that day. Does she care? Nope. All love.

2. Live in the Moment

No cellphone distractions for Luna. She's on a first-name basis with every shrub, every blade of grass, and every tree in the neighborhood. The corner fire hydrant is her Sunday edition of the Orlando Sentinel. I can walk that same path to the mailbox without her, and not even notice it's there.

3. Play Every Day

No matter the day, Luna's going to find me and bring that squeaking toy my way. A reminder that there's always time for joy and fun, and not to end the day without it.

4. Find Your Pack

Luna's not a dog's dog, but there are a few she gets along with great. Others, not so much. Your pack is wherever you feel safe and loved, and it does matter who's in it.

5. Take Naps

She is the nap queen. And there's a lesson in taking rest, in knowing everything will still be there when you wake up. Could be a planned vacation, or just being fully present for Sunday dinner with the family.

So lets have a little fun with this one:

In what ways have you learned from your furry friends?

Would love to hear the stories. Send them my way. :)

In peace,
Shonn