What's in a mood?

I am in one of those moods where I am somewhat content, but the level of potential "poutiness" is hovering somewhere between 70-85%. Some people might offer the phrase "the blues" to describe how I feel, but...nah, this mood I'm in doesn't quite fit that bill.

Maybe I'm just puzzled at the way life has built up around me, and how it has crumbled here and there. It's a little like watching the tide come in and swallow bits of sand from under your feet. After the water races back into the ocean, you know you're still standing in the same spot, but it feels so much more different than it did before.

I suppose it's an opportune time to go spend a few minutes with my dog. We might even go for a walk now. When you know someone or something depends on you--it sure helps to manifest strength for another day's journey in life. And besides, dogs have the ability to change any mood into a happy one.