Gifts of Love

I had the opportunity last night to listen to (yes I said listen to - cell phones are my friend) people receivning a gift of a lifetime.

Three weeks ago a family from Salt Lake was visiting Moab. They were seperated from one of their family members, their sweet little doggie! After searching for days they finally gave up and returned home. They then hired a "pet detective" (I didn't know there was such a thing) to continue the search.

This past weekend a sweet little puppy wondered into the campground Ed and the boys were staying at. After checking out the collar they called the owners and informed them they had found their dog. Finding that they lived only blocks from our home, they kept the dog for the weekend - taking very good care of him and making sure he didn't run off.

Last night they returned him to his family. Tears of joy were shed. A reward was offered. But in the true spirit of love the boys turned it down, saying "Money is not an option when you find a loved one and knowing the dog and family were reunited was gift enough".

Now how did I hear all of this. I just happened to call Ed just as the reunion was taking place. He said, "Here listen to this". I couldn't see the tears but I could hear the voices and I'm so glad I was able to bank this in my memory. I am so proud of the boys and thrilled for the family.