Comments on: Don’t Compare Yourselves to Others – Good for the Dog; Good for You https://www.somethingwagging.com/dont-compare-yourselves-to-others-good-for-the-dog-good-for-you/ Helping Your Dog Love The Boat As Much As You Do Thu, 13 Dec 2018 01:49:58 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 By: Donna https://www.somethingwagging.com/dont-compare-yourselves-to-others-good-for-the-dog-good-for-you/#comment-62665 Thu, 21 Feb 2013 23:22:40 +0000 https://www.somethingwagging.com/?p=8965#comment-62665 “The crazy thing is Iā€™m usually very happy with my house.” This is me…except when I invite family over for dinner. Then I don’t think it’s clean enough, roomy enough, fixed up enough, etc., etc.,

I really shouldn’t care…but for some reason I worry a lot when others come by. Especially about the whole “clean thing” and I don’t really know why. It’s not like we’re slobs, it’s just that we don’t mind a little dog hair in our soup. šŸ™‚

]]> By: Elizabeth https://www.somethingwagging.com/dont-compare-yourselves-to-others-good-for-the-dog-good-for-you/#comment-62426 Thu, 21 Feb 2013 06:33:23 +0000 https://www.somethingwagging.com/?p=8965#comment-62426 What triggers jealousy in your dog? Toys, lap time with the parents, cookies… you name it. Do certain things cause you to judge your own life less favorably when compared to others? Oh you bet – I will admit that moving to this part of CA was a real shocker in terms of other people money, expensive cars, and extravagant lifestyles. I try not to dwell on those things because I am very well aware of the great things I already have in my life.

]]> By: Pup Fan https://www.somethingwagging.com/dont-compare-yourselves-to-others-good-for-the-dog-good-for-you/#comment-62044 Wed, 20 Feb 2013 02:58:39 +0000 https://www.somethingwagging.com/?p=8965#comment-62044 In reply to Jodi, Kolchak and Felix.

I have to agree with Jodi… I definitely couldn’t afford portions of my education, and I’ve got the loans to show it! I would have felt right at home in a house with a friendly family like yours (complete with an insanely adorable dog). šŸ™‚

]]> By: Kristine https://www.somethingwagging.com/dont-compare-yourselves-to-others-good-for-the-dog-good-for-you/#comment-61880 Tue, 19 Feb 2013 14:24:20 +0000 https://www.somethingwagging.com/?p=8965#comment-61880 Your house is beautiful! It’s so interesting to me how someone who seems to have it all together, who knows what she wants, and has lovely things to show off, worries she is not good enough. It proves that no matter what we have, we still worry. I am constantly seeking the approval of others with bated breath and yet even when I receive it, I still feel unworthy.

When I look at these pictures and read about all you have achieved, I am more than a little envious of what you have. And yet you still worry about being judged. I guess it’s something from which we are never free. No doubt even those who live in the perfect “Home and Garden Magazine” house worry just as much as we do, potentially more. From the sound of things, you have won your own approval and I think that is the largest part of the battle.

Also, if I was going to stay for a weekend in Ithaca, I’d think your home sounds like a lovely vacation spot, where one can enjoy the local scenery and truly turn-off.

]]> By: Basil https://www.somethingwagging.com/dont-compare-yourselves-to-others-good-for-the-dog-good-for-you/#comment-61841 Tue, 19 Feb 2013 09:39:58 +0000 https://www.somethingwagging.com/?p=8965#comment-61841 I do so love reading your blog, each and every day it gives me something new to think about!

]]> By: Julie https://www.somethingwagging.com/dont-compare-yourselves-to-others-good-for-the-dog-good-for-you/#comment-61767 Tue, 19 Feb 2013 04:30:37 +0000 https://www.somethingwagging.com/?p=8965#comment-61767 In reply to Julie.

Note- I didn’t know it would be a B&B situation. In that case I wouldn’t invite my friends over to impose on you! LOL! I would enjoy a canine host too.

]]> By: Julie https://www.somethingwagging.com/dont-compare-yourselves-to-others-good-for-the-dog-good-for-you/#comment-61766 Tue, 19 Feb 2013 04:27:59 +0000 https://www.somethingwagging.com/?p=8965#comment-61766 Just remember that most of the people who are paying 40K a year tuition for the kiddo don’t want to (or can’t) spend tons of money on a weekend stay. If they are looking for a house to stay in, they probably like the idea of saving money not eating out. Your place would fit the bill and not cost an arm and a leg and doesn’t look much different from what they are used to.
I know when we plan trips back to Idaho for visits, I always look for places like yours so we can save some money on eating and it enables us to invite the friends and relatives to “our place” instead of imposing on them.

]]> By: Julie https://www.somethingwagging.com/dont-compare-yourselves-to-others-good-for-the-dog-good-for-you/#comment-61765 Tue, 19 Feb 2013 04:26:56 +0000 https://www.somethingwagging.com/?p=8965#comment-61765 Cali gets jealous when we play with the cats and runs to grab one of her toys to get in on the fun!

I have no desire to keep up with the “better job, bigger house, more expensive car” phenomenon – I want a comfortable home with room for friends and family, but I refuse to go crazy trying to impress people. I’m sure your home is lovely and charming, just like you! Hope you find the perfect people to rent your room!!

]]> By: Sue at The Golden Life https://www.somethingwagging.com/dont-compare-yourselves-to-others-good-for-the-dog-good-for-you/#comment-61739 Tue, 19 Feb 2013 02:13:48 +0000 https://www.somethingwagging.com/?p=8965#comment-61739 Ducky & Shadow are both jealous of the attention we give each of them. And Ducky gets possessive of her toys, even if Shadow isn’t touching it. I really have to keep an eye on Ducky if one of her favorite toys are closer to Shadow’s body than her own….she starts staring at it and grumbling. If Shadow’s not playing with it, I pick the toy up & lay it near Ducky to avert an argument. Callie just lets them both take whatever toy they want from her, like a patient mother dog dealing with 2 of her puppies.
As for me — I stopped worrying snouts/wanting what other people have a long time ago. The grass is always greener on the other side until you get there and discover it’s artificial turf. Yeah, it would be nice to have a slightly larger house in a neighborhood with sidewalks; BUT I have a sentimental attachment to this house just the way it is so I’m happy with it in general. I’m with BJ PUP — don’t be so hard on yourself.

]]> By: Jen https://www.somethingwagging.com/dont-compare-yourselves-to-others-good-for-the-dog-good-for-you/#comment-61732 Tue, 19 Feb 2013 01:42:59 +0000 https://www.somethingwagging.com/?p=8965#comment-61732 Wait, so where do you go if all the hotels are full and you’ve rented your home to a college family?

We live in a town that has two colleges and, as well, not nearly enough hotels. Couple that with summer baseball camp season in Cooperstown, and hotels are sold out for an hour solid in every direction.

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