Finding the Special

Topic: Nature's Imprint 

In this week's dialogue, James, Alexia, and Sundance will discuss how dogs and humans share events. Sundance will ask a series of relevant questions, and James and Alexia will provide answers.

Sundance: How do we know if something is special, James? So many great things happen throughout the course of a day. How do we know if what we are attracted to has meaning? 

James: There is meaningful significance in everything we do; any moment could be a genuine event.  At the moment we get up, our inner batteries are charged and ready and willing to face new things. Our lives on this earth and the life of all positive and negative living beings keeps us grounded. The chemistry inside us guides us toward various events and choices. We are attracted to these life forces, and if we are open, an imprint occurs. 

Sundance: That's a lot of abstraction. Can you give me an example?

James: When I was a small boy, a very special life-force imprinted itself on me. Not a being, but an energy, the craving for a feeling of oneness with nature. I believe this happened because I was always exploring, just like you. I did not like being cooped up inside the house, although I did like togetherness with family and the security of home. Somehow, I figured if life were to have meaning, it would be through nature, and I would need to allow myself opportunities that would guide me toward special places and things.

Sundance: Tell me more about this imprint and how can I obtain one.

James: Think of a special time you had alone or a special place shared with another living organism. For example, the beach when you were a puppy and the beach now. A very special thing happens there for you. The many smells, the life force of the waves you jump in, the freedom to express your nature, the sand digging, the special bond between you and Mama, especially with a long strands of seaweed. All these events left an imprint on your soul a long time ago for you, and the resulting spirit you share is constant. The constant is a positive force that wills you. It does not contain you or coerce your next move, but allows you to be in the moment. This is special!  The beach contains no negatives for you, it represents life and joy. Even when the waves are powerful and unpredictable, you still have a strong desire to be one with the ocean. So Sundance, you have obtained an imprint. The greatness of this is forever yours, and now you share it with me, with mama, and with anyone else who comes along and is willing to embrace such boundless joy with abandon.