Trying to Be Helpful Went Hilariously Wrong

LAFAYETTE, La. (KMDL-FM) - Have you ever tried extra hard to be a good human being only to be faced with the universe giving you the ole "hold my beer and watch this?"

Well, that sort of thing happened to yours truly recently.

An Easy Favor Turns Complicated

It's a simple story. I was kindly asked by my broadcast partner to let his family's dogs out and feed them while he and his wife were out of town visiting family for the holidays.

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Not a difficult task. Theoretically speaking, of course. Just open some doors, let the dogs roam in the fenced yard for a bit, and do their business. Go inside, fill their bowls with food and water. Lock back up, leave, repeat the next day.

When the Dogs Refused to Cooperate

Well, the two dogs had different plans. After I opened both the front and back doors, the pooches decided they hated me. Instead of following any commands, they just sat on the couch barking feverishly as if I were the last person on earth they would allow to care for them.

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Why Cleaning the Pool Was a Bad Idea

That's cool. I've learned patience in my advanced middle-aged years. So, I decided to kill some time while I waited for the dogs to eventually make their move to a grassier area.

While in the backyard, I noticed the swimming pool was filled with leaves, and there was a net nearby. Why not clean up the pool while I wait?

Oh, I know the answer to that now. I provide you with the video evidence:

The Aftermath of the Slip

Thankfully, it was about 75 degrees at the time of this grand slippage. I'm also appreciative of waterproof iPhones and fast-drying clothing, wallets, and assorted other things in my pockets.

The dogs eventually left the comfort of the living room couch and visited the great outdoors for a hot minute. I threw my shirt in the dryer for a few minutes while the dogs enjoyed a little more barking time, and eventually got them back in and safe for a quiet night's sleep.

The Lesson Learned From Overachieving

I left with the knowledge that when I would return for my K9 duties, I would just stick to the instructions left to me by their owners and not try to be a dang-overachiever.

Just good enough sometimes is more than adequate and appreciated.