Duff’s Thought for the Day
Dreams
A rock pile ceases to be a rock pile the moment a single man (or woman) contemplates it, bearing . . . the image of a cathedral. —Antoine de Saint-Exupery Duff here. Summer is the Time of Dreams. Of Plans for the Future as yet unformed. As a Canine, My Dreams are very specific: to…
Read MoreUnexpected Kindness
Unexpected kindness is the most powerful, least costly, and most underrated agent of human change. —Bob Kerrey Duff here. Over the Years, I have gifted People with Unexpected Kindness. If I see Someone who needs Cheering, I bound Their way and dole out my Puppy Happiness. I greet the Miniature Schnauzers down the way as…
Read MoreWho’s a Good Boy?
When ur human says “who’s a good boy” and you already know it’s u. —Pinterest Duff here. I was considering How we talk to Ourselves. When in an Isolation Type Mode, as during a Stay-At-Home Order, thoughts often lead to self-reflection. I have noticed Many People ruminated over Negative Stuff. Or disasters to happen, that…
Read MoreReady to Move
What do dogs do on their day off? Can’t lie around—that’s their job. —George Carlin, Comedian Duff here. Last weekend was wonderful for Me. I got to Laze around. Catch a Few naps. Take mom on a lot of Walks. I greeted Many New People who were up here for the Holiday. And They enjoyed…
Read MoreCompanionship
A best friend is someone who loves you when you forget to love yourself. —Unknown Duff here. Arizona is opening again . . . slowly. From what I observed, this had been a Trying Time for Many folks. Couldn’t get out and go Places. Do things They usually did. And I personally think They had…
Read MoreBeing Brave
Scared is what you’re feeling. Brave is what you’re doing. —Emma Donoghue, Room Duff here. There’s something about Loud Noises and Flashes of Light. Thunderstorms are back in full Force here on the Mountain. And it’s not My Favorite Occasion. I can feel the roll of Sound before It starts to Boom. And I follow…
Read MoreI’m Walking Mom
If your dog is fat, you aren’t getting enough exercise. —Pinterest Duff here. Springtime is a favorite season of Mine. Well, to tell You the truth, They are all Pretty Special. But this One seems to stand Out. As You are aware, Mom and I take frequent Walks at Regular Times. Recently, it’s been every…
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