Stress Relief

My day was hectic.  I felt overwhelmed with all I had to do.  I pulled into the parking lot of the home health agency and gathered up my paperwork.  I had just started this job and already was bogged down with documentation requirements. I pushed open the door to the office and was greeted by a puppy!

The tiny german shepherd puppy lay on the carpet, a rope toy clasped between his huge paws.  He tipped his head, then bounded to his feet and hurled himself at me.

“Oh!” I cried and knelt to get warm, puppy breath kisses.

“His name is Thor,” a man said, coming out of his office.

“He’s gorgeous,” I said.

Thor chewed my fingers.  He wiggled his body.  He covered my face with his kisses.  And the stress of the day melted away.