Posts by Joan Courtney
You Made It
Lil’ Toot here. Mom described the meaning of the Word on this Cup to Me and I was ecstatic. Can You imagine? Aunt Gertrude was honored at her Best. She had competed in Many Contests: Winning Ways, Napping, Begging, Walking, Riding in the car, Defending Her territory. But the Most Important was Struggling to the…
Read MoreThe Heaviness of Gravity
As you age, gravity gets heavier. —Wayne Lil’ Toot here. Mom was chatting with a Neighbor, and He came up with This profound statement. Have You ever noticed every Now and Again, Your Toe catches on Whatever? It could be a Rock. Or a Curb. Or the Running Board of a Truck. Mom caught her…
Read MoreA Magical Future
Li’ Toot here. Recently, Mom and I saw an enchanted Wonderland on the TV screen, complete with A Little Blonde Fairy named Tinkerbell flitting about. Just My Size. There were Rides. And happy Children. (You know I’m a sucker for Kids.) Munchies galore! My Fav mascot, Pluto, was even there, representing the World of Canines.…
Read MoreSafe and Loved
Words may be false and filled of art; sighs are the natural language of the heart. —Thomas Shadwell Lil’ Toot here. When Mom and I first met, I was tiny. Not much bigger now, but still . . . Then, I was busy growing. Mom felt My Tummy to experience what Full was for Me.…
Read MoreThe Dreadful Noontime Stroll
Lil’ Toot here. Mom’s commitment to Our ongoing Good Health and Longevity is astounding. She has Us on a great Eating Plan. Mine is supplemented with Treats. Hers not so much. (Guess She doesn’t like My Goodies, and that’s more for Me.) We rest occasionally. And She puts Me to bed at a reasonable hour,…
Read MoreMy Friend, River
Dogs have boundless enthusiasm but no sense of shame. I should have a dog as a life coach. —Martin Buxbaum Lil’ Toot here. A Fellow can’t have too many Friends. I met River last week, and We were instant Buddies. He is a Jack Russell terrier/Doxy mix. Twice My size, with My Same high level…
Read MoreMom the Protector
Lil’ Toot here. Uncle Archie was fondly remembered as being a Fierce Defender of the Family. He would bark and Snarl if He detected Ill Intent from anyone. He was 10 pounds of Yorkie, sopping wet. No never-mind. He was a Powerful Force to be reckoned with. But His Owners got Him a Coyote Proof…
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