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April 14, 2006
OFF LEASH: On expectations
"Off Leash" is an occasional column by Fiddler. Past columns can be found here.
It is said that little things often bring the greatest pleasure. The most famous of all German writers, Goethe, acknowledged as much when he wrote the following: "It is unpleasant to miss even the most trifling thing that we have become accustomed to."
Before bedtime each night, I make one final trip to the backyard. First I prance around the perimeter, scouting for trouble. I then proceed to the area between the fence and the newly planted pear trees; it is here that I take care of my business. Afterward, I am given a treat.
Sometimes, however, the expected treat fails to be proffered. In such cases I am not shy about making my feelings known with whining, pawing, or some combination of the two. Because, as far as I'm concerned, there's nothing trifling about it.
Posted by teb at April 14, 2006 08:43 AM