Posts by Joan Courtney
Pick a Dream
That whisper in your ear has strength. It may not have wings, but it has the power to fly. —Old saying from Pakistan Duff here. I have been using this Quieter Time during COVID to reflect on My Dreams. When I was Younger, these Whispered Aspirations would be simple. Getting up the Stairs. Learning to…
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,…
Read MoreSecurity of Secrets
Your secrets are safe with me. I wasn’t listening. —coolfunnyquotes.com Duff here. As the Canine Executive Officer, it is My Duty and Responsibility to keep Secrets. And I hear many of Them. During the daytime, I am attuned to My Clients. At night time, Mom whispers Sweet Things to Me, like “You’re a good Boy,…
Read MoreMom Training 102
Duff here. I have been training Mom for many Years. And what a Job that has Been! First, I got Her to provide food when It was dinnertime. That was reasonably easy, for It was Her Time to eat as well. But then? I angled for a treat or two. (Have I told You How…
Read MoreBelieve in Yourself
When life brings big winds of change that almost blow you over . . . close your eyes, hang on tight and believe. —QuotesGram.com Duff here. Haven’t the past few Months been challenging? Kind of reminds of When I first learned to climb up steps to get to the House. I was a tiny Puppy…
Read MoreThe Barking Mouse
Duff here. I had quite the Adventure the other Evening. Mom and I had finished up the Day. I ventured out in front of the Office Door, as She locked up. Lo and behold! I spied a magnificent German Shepherd being walked by His Master. For a moment, I admired His Gait and Regal Bearing.…
Read MoreFirst Day of Autumn
It’s the first day of autumn! A time of hot chocolatey mornings, and toasty marshmallow evenings, and, best of all, leaping into leaves! —Winnie The Pooh, Pooh’s Grand Adventure Duff here. Tuesday was the First day of Fall, My absolute Most favorite time of year! My Friend, Pooh Bear, speaks of Hot Chocolate (Mom says…
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