We’re all familiar with the classic Holiday movie scene where a small child joyfully discovers his most cherished gift beneath the Christmas tree: an adorable puppy (or kitten) with a big red bow around its neck. A new puppy for Christmas! I’ve always wondered, when watching such a scene play out on television or the … Continue reading Reblog: A New Puppy for the Holidays
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Battle-weary
I'm extremely late in posting my poem for NaPoWriMo. After working all day, I rushed home to take my dog to her appointment at the veterinarian. Nothing major - just a routine annual visit. Well, routine for me. Not so much for Tasha, who loathes the vet's office. After having a couple of vaccinations and … Continue reading Battle-weary
Lessons I Learned From My Dog
Tasha is a hyperactive, intelligent, loving Australian Shepard mix who came into our lives almost eight months ago. She isn't the first dog who has worked her way into my heart, but she's made a tremendous impact on my life and the way I live it. Her boundless energy and capacity for getting in trouble … Continue reading Lessons I Learned From My Dog
A Dog for the Holidays
I've seen a hundred commercials and advertisements that feature a wriggling little puppy in a Christmas stocking. Or an idyllic scene where the parents tell their young offspring "oh, look, there's one more present" before retrieving an adorable, floppy eared canine that melts the heart. We all want to make our children's dreams come true. And … Continue reading A Dog for the Holidays
For the Love of Geoffrey
I've never done this before, and I probably won't do this again. I'm asking my blog followers to help my son's dog if they can. Geoffrey is a five-year-old Corgi mix that is probably the most adorable dog I've ever seen. Since my son adopted him from the shelter four years ago, Geoffrey has led … Continue reading For the Love of Geoffrey
All I Have to Say 