Posts by Joan Courtney
The Fascinating Flush
Behind every strong woman is a dog who follows her to the bathroom. —Etsy Lil’ Toot here. Cousin Spike loved His Master. They went fishing Together. Hiked Side by Side. They swam and paddled together. They slept together. It was all for One and One for All . . . Living unstuck. His buddies, however,…
Read MoreWe Don’t Ask For Much
Lil’ Toot here. As a Morkie, I am half Maltese and half Yorkshire Terrier. Cousin Adolphus is a full-blooded Yorkie, and He has both Attitude and Sass. He gets attention by staring at His Owners, and Anyone else close by. He’s a Foodie beyond belief. He’s living unstuck. The half of Me that’s Yorkie does…
Read MoreThe Dog Days of Summer (in June)
You know it’s hot when even the dog starts to melt. —Pinterest Lil’ Toot here. Recently, the weather has been hot, I tell You. Hot. Hot. Hot. Mom and I stroll early in the morning to save My Paws from a Scorch. Only once was I dancing when My Footies were heated up. She picked…
Read MoreA 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…
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