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Originally Posted by alisonJ ...I waited a long time so that my life was stable enough so I could have a dog. |
So true!!! I wanted my dog to be my own responsibility, not dump it off on someone else like my parents when it became inconvenient so I waited for a while until I was ready.
In my teens, I wanted to hang out with my friends and go to the mall. Having the responsibity of a dog would have crimped my style.
In my twenties, I wanted to party, go out. I needed to study and finish college. And after college I worked a lot to ensure advancement in my career. Working 12 hour days plus weekends to prove my dedication to the company was not unheard of. After a long day's work, the last thing I wanted to do is take care of someone else. Having the responsibility of a dog would have hindered me from doing what it takes in pursuit of my career goals and desire to unwind afterwards.
Now in my thirties, "the job" is not "my life". it's important for me to maintain a quality of life that has a good work-life balance. my work allows me the flexibility of working from home. i'm more settled and maintain a somewhat stable schedule. Unlike earlier, "life" is not all about "work all the time" and "party every night". money is not always going to student loans, car loan, clothes, clothes, and more clothes. i have more patience and organization and a desire to be less...uh... self-serving.
So now, having the responsibility of a dog is perfect. I'm glad I waited, besides, I wouldn't be able to spoil my little one and financially able to care for him as I do now, just a few years ago.
There's something to be said about knowing yourself. Knowing what you can handle. And knowing enough not to bite off more than you can chew. Of course my parents and in-laws are wondering why "my little one" isn't a baby, a grandchild for them instead of a doggie-grandchild. To which I can only respond, I'm not ready for that yet. Wait until I'm older.
