Franklin, any sin

5/11

As of yesterday, I have now returned a second dog back to their home while on my daily walk. I was on Myrtle in the afternoon, when I noticed a curly-hair white dog going down some porch steps, and across the street to me. There was a young boy nearby, but he was focused on setting up his segway, then he rode off down the sidewalk, oblivious to the dog. I figured it belonged to that house, so I walked up and rang the bell. Another boy, rosy and blond and around the same age, came to the door. I asked if he had a little white dog, since he's loose. He confirmed then rushed out to get 'Franklin', since his friends often had a difficult time getting him. I was worried to let a kid run out to the street and after being informed by a stranger, so I awkwardly stayed near the front, hoping to catch his parents. His dad did come out, and I explained he'd gone to catch the dog. The dad said his name was Mike (or something generic and white) and asked if he knew me. I was a mildly nervous from that question, but quickly denied and explained I walk often in the neighborhood and live nearby. He said Franklin gets out frequently, due to his kid playing out with the neighbors. I told him about Dakota, when she'd run to the Lane's or Carmen's and terrorize the cats. Meanwhile the boy was clapping and calling to Franklin, who did respond obediently, unlike my attempts. (I had tried to pet his head earlier, when he growled and went on his way.) We waved and he said thanks, then I continued on my way. 

Today I didn't interact with anyone on my walk. There are many people out though, which I have to admit kind of disturbs me, since it used to be more solitary. Yet, I'm glad to run across people's dogs, and to witness whole families biking down the street. 

Still thought about W often.

Sunday's sermon was on temptation, which convicted me deeply. I give in to various temptations easily, and especially fantasizing/lusting after W. Also, I tend to self-aggrandize and pity (as explained by my enneagram 4), or express bitterness and harshness towards my parents. It's mind-opening to know temptation can be for any sin, thing you try to justify, but know better. 

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