Posts by Joan Courtney
With the Eyes of a Child
Okay, I’m miffed. And puzzled. And downright confused. It’s December. And there’s not a flake of snow around. I hear Christmas carols singing about walking in a winter wonderland, Frosty the snowman, and dashing through the snow. But it’s a challenge to remember snow and icicles when it’s in the 50’s and 60’s. I’m not…
Read MoreLift Me Up!
Duff here. I have developed an Interesting Habit. And yes, Mom is once more in training. But I’m getting ahead of Myself. When I was a Puppy, I had energy to burn. I’m sure You fondly remember My Escapades. Especially the run at top speed through the Bank of America. Those were the days. Living…
Read MoreWonder of the Season
Watch with glittering eyes the whole world because the greatest secrets are always hidden in the most unlikely places. Those who don’t believe in magic will never find it. —Roald Dahl Duff here. The Magic of Christmas has begun. Local stores have had Christmas Trees up for some time. But I think the Air is…
Read MoreOne Candle Can Light Another
A candle is a small thing. But one candle can light another. And see how its own light increases, as a candle gives its own flame to the other. You are such a light. — Moshe David Duff here. Hannukah began last Sunday at sundown. Mom and I have many Good Friends who are Jewish.…
Read MoreHowling at the Moon
Duff here. Recently, there was a Lunar Eclipse. Mom and I went out late at Night (This Puppy was so sleepy…) to see the Event. And It was breathtaking. Magnificent. The Moon ever so Slowly disappeared. Then returned once again. The World got Very quiet. Well, It was the Middle of the Night, so Silent…
Read MoreFeasting
Food limit reached. Start sleep cycle. —deansomerseet.com Duff here. Thanksgiving is my favorite time of The Year. It’s not just the Tidbits and Turkey on the Big Day. No indeed. We start the Day before, and continue until the Leftovers are all gone. And depending on Mom’s appetite, that could be many Days. And then…
Read MoreDoggie Doorbells
Duff here. When Mom and I are at Work, We take a break over lunchtime. There is a Lovely housing Development behind the office, and I like to check out the Scents left by Other Canines. The curious part is: As We begin the sashay, the Doggie Doorbells start up. When I round the Corner,…
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