Before I retired, I think my dogs kept me going. I'm not suggesting you get a dog, but dogs became 100% of my life outside of work. I trained and competed in a lot of different activities. They aren't lawn ornaments, or pillow dogs. If it wasn't dog related and I couldn't bring my dog, I didn't go. Even though I'm retired and don't have spare change for competing anymore, they are still my reason for getting out of bed in the morning and staying healthy. So, I guess what I'm saying is, maybe there needs to be a reason? I don't know. I have been through some terrible depression in my past. It lasted a years. I have a feeling without my guys, I might just go back there. But they sure take up a lot of time. That's why I only started riding again after I retired. I hope you find your reason to get out of bed.
(The 2 end dogs are Dutch Shepherds and the 2 center dogs are Belgian Shepherds. )
