Posts by Joan Courtney
My Uncle, the Guard Dog
My dog is a good guard dog . . . in his dreams. —Unknown Lil’ Toot here. My Uncle Sylvester was there to protect and defend. And He did. He protected against garbage Trucks. Those who delivered the Mail. Anyone who would dare to knock at the Door. He was fierce and Ferocious. Living unstuck.…
Read MoreTake Matters Into Your Own Paws
Lil’ Toot here. My Cousin, Tommy was quite the Foodie. He loved yummy bites almost more than playing with His buddies. I couldn’t even imagine that Mindset. Any time there’s a playdate? I’m at the ready. Living unstuck. When told He was a Good Boy? Tommy expected a Treat. Afternoon sped by. Then it was…
Read MoreLet’s Play!
Dogs are the masters of the ‘play bow,’ inviting you to join in their silly games. —Unknown Lil’ Toot here. I have many Titles. Official Meet and Greet Master at the office. I do get pointers from my Security Friends at Walmart, who think I’m fabulous. What a fan club. Sigh. I’m also known as…
Read MoreThe Dreaded Vet
Lil’ Toot here. Uncle Roscoe was not afraid of Anything. Bigger dogs? Making new friends. Smaller canines? They’re wind-up toys. Small children? I’m the Protector. Water? I do love to splash. The sound of garbage Trucks? I stand My ground. All part of living unstuck. But when it came to seeing the Vet, He would…
Read MoreRoot-Bound?
Are your thoughts a tangled, spiraling mess? Are your original ideas frozen in time and long gone? Do new horizons look like parched, dry deserts? Have you been stuck in the same pattern for so long that you can’t remember the last time you felt excited… about anything? In short, are you root-bound? Just as…
Read MoreToo Much Birthday?
Happy birthday to Me! —The Toot, Himself The best part about (My) birthday is that (I) always end up getting good food and great cake. —Wishafriend.com Lil’ Toot here. Today is My very First birthday! And what a wonderful celebration It will be. I will have Special Walks. And lots of Petting and Pampering. And…
Read MoreA Dog’s Routines
Lil’ Toot here. Mom is a big Minion Fan. From the time They were introduced in the movie, Despicable Me, Bob captured Her heart. He’s lovable and kind, often carrying around Ted, the Teddy bear. The Toy brings great Comfort, for Bob frequently goes on adventures with His Minion buddies. Oh, the stuff They get…
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