I love all humans, but sometimes I wonder, are humans thinking? So, Tom leaves the TV on for me regularly. It's a kind gesture, for it is true we dogs do get lonely and do not like to be left alone for too long. I enjoy hearing human voices, but honestly, what I see and hear on TV is disconcerting and scary. I am confused about why humans feel the need to absorb themselves in so much bad news, gossip, and other people's business. Now, I can choose to go to other rooms in the house, but somehow the news and other TV shows draw me in. And when Tom scrolls on Facebook, it ultimately drives me bonkers. No wonder humans have so much depression, anxiety, and short patience.

I don't mean to brag, but all the things humans have trouble with are things we dogs are good at: living in the moment, loving others, and joy. Also, we don't care much about what's going on beyond what is in front of us. I also get another perspective because of where Tom and I work—we see a lot of people in pain during therapy. We have been a part of many miraculous and inspiring stories, as well as a part of sad and unfortunate ones too. I have been through many deaths with Tom also. We have witnessed and helped out during many intense and heartfelt moments in many people's lives, and we both feel honored to have experienced them.

I think something is wrong when humans spend their days worrying about how the Royal family is dealing with change or stop at a Facebook post with a caption stating: "Elderly woman feeds cat using a marionette." I have worries about the human race. Or how about reality shows about dating that are entirely produced and fake, or no matter what side you are on, political news that may as well ask you to lock yourself in your house and give up trying. And by the way, dogs are not Democrats or Republicans; we are too evolved for such restricted categories. Keto recipes, new ways to look thinner, socks with your dog's face, another scary shooting, the latest iPhone, movie stars who broke up—whether that is not consistent—and stories that don't matter at all. I don't know how you all do it!

But I guess that is why we are here. Why we canines live amongst you—to stop you for a small amount of time, to shut out the noise and news, and to remind you there is only now. This moment you have now is yours, not a royal couple's, or a jaded pop star, or an angry politician. The time is only now. So, get out a dog treat, sit down with your four-legged friend, or even your two-legged friend and cuddle. Turn off the TV and computer and just BE. Sorry, I know I went off in this column, but I think most of you would agree.