As a cowdog, I think this world needs a few cowboy heroes. I used to watch old cowboy movies with dad. And I thought, what if The Duke were a dog?
I’ve been thinking about these things, as I consider important virtues to improve my life and make my time in this world meaningful.
John Wayne played a lot of heroic roles, military and cowboy. But more than acting roles – the man had integrity and honor. There are museums in his honor, in his hometown and in Texas at John Wayne – an American Experience: https://johnwayne.com/experience/
Check out Gritcast – it highlights the steadfast purpose and commitment of Americana today. It is so Duke and reminds me of a certain dog, too.
What kind of canine would he be, with the values and character traits he held? Here are a few hints.
Well, he stood for all that is right and good.
He called it as he saw it and didn’t mince words.
He was focused, civil and kind.
He was a quiet gentleman, but took a stand and didn’t back down.
He was fiercely patriotic.
He practiced good sense, he was a way-maker.
Like all of us, he had his flaws, but he stood clearly for God, country and family. He held strong to conservative values, even in the hedonistic world of Hollywood.
He was a man of action who stood for American ideals, freedom, truth. He was tough and rugged.
Gritty, standing strong, larger than life, boldly straight on God, country and family.
So what if the Duke were a dog, what kind of dog would he be?
Stubbornly loyal, honest, determined, brave, committed,relentlessly focused, with gumption and guts.
He was true grit.
A Heeler of course!
