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Living to the Max

Meet Max. He’s an eight-year-old Boxer and the elder brother of the family. Jaiden (5) and Jackson (3), his human siblings, are his two best buds.

Lately, Max no longer feels like climbing the stairs, or playing fetch with the boys. Gone is the high energy that’s so typical for his breed.

This week a veterinarian found out why: an inoperable tumor spread to the dog’s lungs. Yet Max recently enjoyed watching Jaiden’s football practice.

Carry each other’s burdens and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.

Galatians 6:2 (NIV)

Kind reader, is there someone you can “pull in a wagon” so they experience God’s love? This may take some effort—Max outweighs Jaiden—but it will be worth the venture!

Thank you for reading. 🙏❤️prayers and love.

Photos by Max’s mom, Margaret.

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41 responses to “Living to the Max”

  1. Crystal Byers Avatar
    Crystal Byers

    Sweet Max. 🙏🏻❤️

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  2. davidsdailydose Avatar
    davidsdailydose

    It’s a special relationship, for sure! As a kid, I had two dogs-Spot and Bohunk. I still remember some of our adventures. Max’s mom told me he had a good weekend. Actually felt well enough to jump up on the couch. They are taking it day by day, and enjoying the time they have left.

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  3. jesusluvsall Avatar
    jesusluvsall

    Brings back memories of me as a child with my dog. There is something special about the relationship between children and a family dog. So sad when the dog ages and is ailing.

    Liked by 2 people

  4. Pure Glory Avatar
    Pure Glory

    You’re welcome!

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  5. davidsdailydose Avatar
    davidsdailydose

    Thank you, sister. Yes, dogs truly are humans’ best friend. Thanks for reading and sharing. God Bless!

    Liked by 1 person

  6. God Still Speaks Avatar
    God Still Speaks

    Beautifully said. Dogs show such unconditional love!

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  7. The Devotional Guy™ Avatar
    The Devotional Guy™

    My pleasure, friend.

    Liked by 1 person

  8. davidsdailydose Avatar
    davidsdailydose

    “The love shared is worth it all.” This is precisely what I wanted to convey with this story! Thank you, friend.

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  9. davidsdailydose Avatar
    davidsdailydose

    I hear you, brother. It’s a bitter sweet story. Thanks for reading and commenting.

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  10. FlowIntoWords Avatar
    FlowIntoWords

    It’s so difficult, pets are part of the family. We lost one of our cat’s a few months ago to cancer. It really does hurt your heart. But that love shared is worth it all.

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  11. The Devotional Guy™ Avatar
    The Devotional Guy™

    Man. Sad and beautiful at the same time. Well told. Thanks for sharing.

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  12. davidsdailydose Avatar
    davidsdailydose

    Thanks, Beth. When I saw my friend’s pictures, the scripture verse almost immediately came to mind!

    The family knows Max’s time is short, and they don’t want him to suffer. They are enjoying the time they have left together-making memories. I think $20 bowls of beef brisket have been on the doggie menu every night this week.
    God’s best to you and your family. Thank you for reading and commenting.

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  13. davidsdailydose Avatar
    davidsdailydose

    We had large dogs and small ones, and every one of them has been like family. My friends are enjoying the time they have left with Max. Thanks for stopping by. I hope you can get that Boxer again someday soon. God Bless!

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  14. davidsdailydose Avatar
    davidsdailydose

    Yes, it is! Blessings to you, as well. Thank you for stopping by!

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  15. Beth Alisan Avatar
    Beth Alisan

    The picture of a boy pulling his beloved canine companion to a football game is a memorable illustration of this verse David!

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  16. ladysheepdog Avatar
    ladysheepdog

    We had a boxer named Riley. Same, trouble with tumors. She was a very good dog. I would like to do a boxer again. We miss her. Enjoy Max while you can.

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  17. Pure Glory Avatar
    Pure Glory

    David, what a beautiful story of Max and the love given to him, by his younger brothers and family. It is a wonderful thing to carry each others’ burdens. Blessings!

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  18. peggywritesblog Avatar
    peggywritesblog

    Thank you! Blessings to you and your family.

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  19. davidsdailydose Avatar
    davidsdailydose

    Thank you , Peggy. Soon, after I saw the pictures, the verse from Galatians came to mind. I knew I had to write this post. I appreciate your input. God’s best to you.

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  20. peggywritesblog Avatar
    peggywritesblog

    A beautiful story of love and caring as well as a wonderful reminder for all of us to care for others.

    Liked by 2 people

  21. davidsdailydose Avatar
    davidsdailydose

    Thanks, Bridget. It’s also great that Max’s mom and dad are teaching their sons how to cope with impending loss. I appreciate your reading and commenting. God’s best to you and your husband.

    Liked by 1 person

  22. davidsdailydose Avatar
    davidsdailydose

    Thanks, Majik.

    Like

  23. Bridget A. Thomas Avatar
    Bridget A. Thomas

    Aw, poor Max. I pray for him and his family. Very sweet story though. And a good reminder to be faithful to those around us who need a little extra help sometimes.

    Liked by 2 people

  24. Majik Avatar
    Majik

    Beautiful.

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  25. davidsdailydose Avatar
    davidsdailydose

    You’re welcome, brother. Max was treated with beef brisket last night—a fine 🥩 cut of meat.
    God bless you, as well!

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  26. Alan Kearns Avatar
    Alan Kearns

    What a beautiful picture of real love in action David! Thank you for sharing this encouragement today brother, God bless you today 🙏

    Liked by 2 people

  27. davidsdailydose Avatar
    davidsdailydose

    Thank you.

    Like

  28. Betty Avatar
    Betty

    Thank you, David. God bless you and your family, too!

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  29. davidsdailydose Avatar
    davidsdailydose

    Yes, we are! Volunteer RVer’s are also a blessing, and blessed. Safe travels for you and Dan when you head East. I’ve enjoyed your posts. Your son is tall! Not Dan size, but has to be over six feet. As you say, enjoy your day! Thanks for stopping in, Betty. God Bless!

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  30. Betty Avatar
    Betty

    David, thank you for the inspiration. We are blessed when we can “pull someone in a wagon.”

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  31. davidsdailydose Avatar
    davidsdailydose

    I’m glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for reading and commenting. God Bless!

    Liked by 1 person

  32. 🌍 Thoughts and personal and comprehensive development. Avatar
    🌍 Thoughts and personal and comprehensive development.

    NICE POST 💙💚💓

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  33. Don't Lose Hope Avatar
    Don’t Lose Hope

    Such love and tenderness in this post. Great title too. It made me smile 🙂

    Liked by 1 person

  34. pastorpete51 Avatar
    pastorpete51

    This was such a beautiful picture to me of the nurse who goes the extra mile or the family member who comes to visit even when their loved one barely rememvers them. Our part as volunteers from church is bringing people along and helping them to be a part of our fellowship with Christ, not just singing and shaking hands. You really got me thinking. God bless you and your Nancy as you share your hearts in song today.

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  35. davidsdailydose Avatar
    davidsdailydose

    The family knows Max’s time is limited. It could be any day. The football practice is a good memory. I know what your talking about with mothers who pull us along. I had a mother like that. ❤️
    Thanks for reading and commenting, Vera. God Bless.

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  36. Vera Day Avatar
    Vera Day

    Poor Max. I pray he’s not in any pain. I pull my elderly mother in a wagon. (I imagine an old-fashioned, metal Radio Flyer.) She pulled me, of course, when I was a child, literally and figuratively.

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  37. davidsdailydose Avatar
    davidsdailydose

    Caregiving! That’s what this post is about. Thanks, Pete! I kept thinking, “What’s the main point here?” Love? Comfort? Healing? Nope, it’s going the extra mile to care for others—like God does. Thanks for sharing, Pastor Pete!
    Nancy and I sing at a nursing home this morning at 10. I’ll try to get a video clip.
    Blessings, brother!

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  38. davidsdailydose Avatar
    davidsdailydose

    Yes he is! Max is literally like a first kid, for my friend and her husband. They had him for three years before their boys came along. It’s a tough time for the family, but, like you said, there’s so much love!
    Thanks for stopping in. God Bless!
    PS. I look forward to reading your next creation.

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  39. pastorpete51 Avatar
    pastorpete51

    What a beautiful story and picture of what being a caregiver really means. Thanks Dave and kudos to those boys!

    Liked by 3 people

  40. FlowIntoWords Avatar
    FlowIntoWords

    This is so sad, but also beautiful at the same time. Max is so loved!

    Liked by 1 person

  41. deborah wenzler farris Avatar
    deborah wenzler farris

    ❤️❤️

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