Any Foolish Thing

You can say any foolish thing to a dog and the dog will give you this look that says: my God, you’re right! I would have never thought of that. —Dave Barry Duff here. It’s April Fool’s Day! Time for pranks, Merriment, and all sorts of Fun. It’s getting warmer in these parts, and at…

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The Mysterious Chicken Escapade

Duff here. As You can see, Cousin Egbert, and His Sidekick Matilda, are excellent Detectives. They guard the House, to make sure the Family is safe. They also check out Guests as They arrive. They are like Me. They read the Newspaper on Pants Cuffs. Nice to know if The Person is a Canine Aficionado.…

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Mom and I are Stylin’

Style is a way to say who you are without having to speak. —Rachel Zoe Duff here. Mom and I both got Haircuts last week. (Technically, Mine is a groom. But My Hairs are shorter now. I think That qualifies.) I feel so much More Dapper after My Big Day. The scenario: I waltz into…

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Luck of the Irish

Duff here. Bet You didn’t know there are Rules to go by on St. Patty’s Day . . . Just so You didn’t get on the wrong side of the Irish, www.relatably.com and I wanted to share Them with You. The Irish always make the rules. The Irish may change the rules anytime, without so…

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All About Trees

As I was walking yesterday, I found I was paying attention to trees. All the different kinds here on the Mountain! I recognize some of them by their bark, their leaves, their height. But, to really know a tree, I have to watch it closely: where it stands, how it moves, its relationship to other…

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Winter Blues

I’m tired of winter! I want to fast-forward to complaining about how hot it is. —minionquotes.com Duff here. Mother Nature isn’t quite done with Wintertime in these Parts. Two days ago? The Pretty Snowflakes were all over My Playground. And I loved It. Doing brodies and Circles. Stirring up all sorts of Divots. Playing. Romping.…

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My New Strategy

Duff here. I have s New Strategy, and It’s working well for Me . . . so far. When Mom and I are ready to head back Inside, She usually has a lot of Side Maneuvers to make. Opening the Garage to gather up the Water Bottle. Then to the Jeep for My Bedding. And…

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