Posts by Joan Courtney
A Hasty Retreat
Lil’ Toot here. The other day, Mom and I were out and about to begin Our Journey through the Forest. I had worked hard throughout the week with My Clients, and Mom decided I needed additional Stimulation. Personally, I think I’m plenty stimulating in Myself, but that’s another Story. Living unstuck. Mom takes the Higher…
Read MoreThanks, Dad!
Dads are most ordinary men turned by love into heroes, adventurers, storytellers, and singers of song. —Unknown Lil’ Toot here. Mom and I wish all the Fathers out there a very Happy Father’s Day! Enjoy the Bar-B-Que, the Gifts, and the many Heartfelt Thank You’s sent Your way. You are appreciated. Live unstuck! Tail wags,…
Read MoreFeels Like Punishment
Lil’ Toot here. As You know, Mom says I’m like a Little Hoover Vacuum. As We meander about, She keeps a sharp eye on Me, for I find things in the strangest Places. In the Forest, there’s no end to Curiosities to explore. I have found bones. And Newspapers. I even found an Empty Cigarette…
Read MoreThe Ornery Chihuahua
The inventor of the doorbell did not have a Chihuahua. —Pinterest Credit: Wing Chun Boxing Academy Lil’ Toot here. My Cousin Jackie is from the Chihuahua side of the Family. He may be Small, but He’s Fierce. I think He takes after Me. (Tail wag.) He has a Mind of His own, and loves to…
Read MoreChristmas Every Day!
Lil’ Toot here. About a month ago, Mom and I were at the coffee Shop. You know how much She loves to show Me off. And I enjoy the attention and Admiration. Why, a radio Host was discussing that when a Puppy is carried in a Sling like I am, He is The Ruler of…
Read MoreIn Training
The more I train my dog, the more I realize I’m the one being trained. —Red Bubble Lil’ Toot here. Like Me, Cousin Sylvester is also new on the Planet. Being six months old, He is learning so much. He can sit. Dance on His Hind Legs. He can even Circle to catch His Tail.…
Read MoreThe Power of Soft Connections
Your favorite barista. The cashier at the grocery store. The smiling lady at your mail drop. The woman at the copy shop who connected you with her son to help you move. The people who taught you to survive on your own after your husband died. What do these folks have in common? They are…
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