Posts by Joan Courtney
Consistency
Duff here. My friend Snoopy was bemoaning the Fact that even though the New Year had started, there He was, the Same Ol’ Dog. He does have His Adventures with Charlie Brown and The Gang. But at first, He felt His Life was like Groundhog Day. Same Old, Same old. Day in, and Day out.…
Read MoreThe Burning Bowl
Looking back . . . 2023 is here, and you close out yet another chapter. The past year, in many ways, was filled with love, friendship, adventure, challenges, lessons, and reflection. But there are other negative parts too. Here’s a simple process to help honor what has been, let go of what is no longer…
Read MoreDid You Say Treats?
Did you seriously just ask me if I wanted a treat? Have I ever said no? —someecards Duff here. Aunt Agnes was a Food Hound. Munchies were Her favorite. No matter where They were, no matter the Time of Day? She was at the Ready. Her Owners liked to leave treats all throughout the House.…
Read MoreLove Is . . .
Duff here. I know My Mom loves Me. She does the Regular Activities We would all expect. Creating delicious Meals. Walking Me. Playing with Me. Washing My Bedding. (Of which I have even more than She does.) I have Supplements to strengthen Me. To ease My Joints. She makes certain I have Fresh Water. I…
Read MoreAnger Management
Your mind is like this water, my friend; when it is agitated, it becomes difficult to see. But if you allow it to settle, the answer becomes clear. —Master Oogway Duff here. Cousin Sassy and Nephew Arthur are about 4 or 5 months old. They are a Handful! Running and playing. Tussling about. Biting Each…
Read MoreBe Yourself
Duff here. Happy New Year! And what a year It will be for You. New beginnings. New Friends. New projects. New Things to learn. New habits. The list gets longer and Longer. New hopes. New dreams. This Process almost seems Overwhelming, doesn’t it? Yikes! Not living unstuck. Why not take a lesson from Me and…
Read MoreThis Year . . . 2023
Love what you see in the mirror. Make time for creativity. Never say no to adventure. Send snail mail. Buy less, choose well. Embrace simplicity. Give the present of presence. —dogtrainingobedienceschool.com Last, but not Least: Love Your four-legged fur babies. Be They Canines or Kittens, They love You. What a gift! Mom and I both…
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