Posts by Joan Courtney
Gifts That Are Just Right
Lil’ Toot here. I was watching Mom as She carefully selected Gifts for Christmas giving. These Small Items will be mailed. Lightweight, because postage can detract from Kibble and Bits in the Doggy Bowl, You know. But They need to be Clever and Creative at the same time. Sheesh! You almost have to be a…
Read MoreFriendships
Amateurs sit and wait for inspiration; the rest of us just get up and go to work. —Stephen King Lil’ Toot here. Can You imagine being an Amateur at anything? I suspect when We were younger, We were all in that Place of Learning. For that very Reason, I love to be around Babies. They…
Read MoreWater
Lil’ Toot here. As You know, I love Rain. When We step out nowadays, Mom is bundled up like Nanook of the North. I’m strapped (yup, that’s right) in My little Jacket, not giving the weather a thought. My Hair Cut lets Me shake It off, so I can remain My handsome self. Now, a…
Read MoreI’m Stuffed
Food limit reached. Start sleep cycle. —deansomerset.com Lil’ Toot here. My preferred time of The Year? Thanksgiving. It’s not just the Tidbits and Turkey on the Big Day. No indeed. We need to taste Test the Munchies the day before (You too?) and then keep on until the Leftovers are all gone. Depending on Mom’s…
Read MoreCare for Yourself
Lil’ Toot here. Some have said I’m spoiled. I sit on Mom’s lap, and generally have My Way when We’re at the office. I swarm Clients as They come through the Door, checking to see if They are Critter people. Others have noted I’m block-headed. If I am focused on a goal, there’s no stopping…
Read MoreA Time for Gratitude
Thanksgiving. A time for turkey and pumpkin pie. For stuffing and Mom’s special recipe that only she can make. For rolls and candied yams. For leaves changing in a riot of color. But most of all, this is a time for gratitude, the magical warmth of the heart. To me, this is the season of…
Read MoreFind a Voice in a Whisper
Find a voice in a whisper. —Martin Luther King, Jr. Lil’ Toot here. I was considering this Concept the other day. A voice in a Whisper? Hmmm… Must be a pretty Powerful hushed Tone. I use all Sorts of Whimpers and Soft Sounds to Talk with Mom. There’s the Up-and-Down murmur when I Need to…
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