Marley & Me !!

I thought I would spend a few minutes writing about this book (has become my personal favorite since I read it). Any dog lover would be able to identify with the pace and list of events that author speaks about. A simple script made magical with the sheer skill of story telling. A story of a young couple who adopt a dog for the sake of testing their parental skills but ultimately the dog becomes a critical part of their lives.

Marley the dog is simply a maniac who has the courage to do what he decides. So much of an inspiration to live life on your terms. He is a bundle of joy to read about. So naughty and yet so lovable. One moment he would be understanding and another moment he would become completely free soul. Nothing he would be scared off except the storms !! Kinda psychologically dysfunctional doggie but still a sweet heart.

If you have ever had a dog who died in front of your eyes or was stolen then you know all the heart ache that is associated with raring a dog. As I went through the book I came closer to my dog as I realised all the qualities he has despite of his snobbish behavior (that gets over my head at times). His love, loyalty and understanding along with his selfless attitude is something that makes me adore him day in day out.

Someone who waits for me to come back home after a long day at office and is all head over heels upon seeing me every evening. The way he expresses his emotions through eyes. Appears we have a bond that is hard to break. I had tears in my eyes when I read about the problems Marley faced during his old age. Not that I was deeply involved in the story but I was reflecting my over-energetic, psychotic doggie as I read and the mare mention of him expiring in another decade made my heart ache. Probably!! This is what true love is !!