Now I’m really excited about that Robert Graves novel — can’t believe I missed it. Thanks for bringing that to the party, too.

So sorry for the cramp-minded crab-apple who thought the eyes of a loving dog would somehow not be a vehicle for G*D’s love.

I find that interesting. I bet if you asked that guy, “Hey, Carl —or whatever his name is — Do you see God’s love in the glory of the heavens? How about in the food we eat, or your family and friends — can God manifest love in all those ways?” He’d say, all in a huff, “Well, of course! G*D is all-powerful, and G*D can manifest love in any way G*D wants to!”

But that guy’s pretty sure that his almighty G*D would draw the line at a puppy? Just… wouldn’t go there? Well, that’s… that’s an interesting limitation, I’d say, in that guy’s view of his G*D.

It’s kind of too bad.

Oh, well. You keep the faith, Paul, because I believe you’re right — Jesus would have said come on to the party, and bring your kids and your dog.