My favorite things: Pets

I don't have kids so having pets is the closest opportunity I've had to parenting. The similarities between parenthood and pet ownership don't elude me though: the messes, the tantrums, the numerous dollars spent on weekend visits to the doctor, er, vet. Being responsible for other little beings is something not to be taken lightly.

Like parenthood, I wouldn't give it up for the world. My pets make me laugh and teach me important life lessons like unconditional love and acceptance. Plus there's the "Don't get attached to material things and cry over the seatbelts and headrest your dog just ate" lesson.

This Christmas I'm thankful for having my pets to keep me warm and fuzzy on the inside and out.

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