I love this entry so much. I, too, have anxiety and it's hard. And at first when I got my dog and he was kind of a mess, barking at every sound, scared of every little thing, I was like wtf did I just get myself into?? But then I realize he needed me, and I needed him, and we're working on stuff, and he's getting so much better. His confidence is growing, and it's awesome to see. I love that he trusts me, even when the world is scary. I wish he wouldn't chase the cat away from the table when there is food there that he thinks ought to be his, should any fall on the floor, but we're working on stuff like I said.

Your dogs are beautiful and so are your words. Well written, for sure!