My Dog Has a Cone: Thoughts on Suffering

When others' words kindle my own flame:  Reflections on words by Jenn Humphrey.

My dog has a cone on her head.  It's kind of pathetic.  She's a really cute dog, but she's not terribly impressive on her own.  The cone takes her pitiable state to another level entirely.

She got the cone as a result of a recent surgery, and she's going to have to wear it for about a week.  And she's feeling really sorry for herself.  Anna said Bear just sits on the floor looking miserable; it's as if she's...