never far

That's Rusty. 

Bucket Boy.

He's my dog. 

That's my leg. 

My work stool in the studio.

If I am where he can get to me, he is never very far. 

I bring him in - off his run - and we snuggle and rough house and tumble and treat. 

After that, mama has to work. 

He settles down - always close by.

Ever aware of my moving around. 

Not knowing exactly what I'm doing. 

Content to be near. 

Listening for my voice to include or instruct him. 

And as quickly as he hears me. 

There he is.

Tail wagging.

Ready to GO. 

Hmmmmmmm - I'm studying Samuel with my little kids. 

Is this a good illustration for the verse? 

"Speak, Lord, for your servant is listening." 

1 Samuel 3:9

And so He speaks to me.