The Creative World of Big Al the Basset Hound®

I stopped to sniff one spot for a long, long time.

Some people call that “slow.”

I call it “thorough.”

Naps are not quitting.

Naps are how I recharge my kindness.

Also, naps are excellent.

We went for a walk.

I inspected three leaves and one very important stick.

Then I decided we had accomplished enough.

I like to meet new friends gently.

No rushing, no jumping, just a calm hello.

Good manners make everyone feel safe.

I could always tell when dinner was coming.

Not by the clock, but by the sounds of hope in the kitchen.

I waited nearby, just in case.

A soft voice. A patient moment. A kind hand.

That’s how good days are made.

I noticed.