Thanks

Posted on May 28, 2012 by

I’m not much of a warmonger, but, at times in the history of the USofA, we’ve had to do the right thing. By keeping folks out of harm’s way. By ridding the world of people so evil, that it’s hard to imagine they ever existed.

And we were able to do that because of the men and women who placed our country above all else. To my grandpeeps and to those before them who gave themselves selflessly to this country and to all it stood for. No matter what side of the Mason-Dixon line or the Atlantic they were on.

And to those who have died in senseless wars in our more modern history where the lines of what’s right and what’s wrong are a bit more blurry.

Paws crossed that this stuff will stop.

What You Learned Today:

  • Thank you.
  • And let us not forget about our 4-legged patriots who served and died to help their best friends stay safe and free.
  • ArrooOOOOOOOOO!
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Silent Sunday

Posted on May 27, 2012 by

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Where In The World?

Posted on May 26, 2012 by

Now, all castles aren’t created equal are they? Is there something in this photo that gives the location away? Huuummm….. England? Germany? France? The people in the portraits don’t look English to me. The stuff in the cabinet looks almost like pewter tavern ware. The wallpaper’s kind of interesting. Is it Germany?

I have no idea. Do you?

What You Learned Today:

  • It’s Saturday. Time for me to do a bit of traveling without leaving the farm.
  • I love a good castle.
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Friday’s Foto Fun – Barbershop Bert

Posted on May 25, 2012 by

Doesn’t Bert look like he’s in a Barbershop Quartet? But in this case, he’s a Barbershop Solo. Getting ready to sing a patriotic song since it’s Memorial Day weekend.

That’s appropriate for Bert because he’s a semi-retired Search Dog with American Search Dogs and a therapy dog. I think that’s pretty patriotic don’t you?

You can learn more about Bert and Vickie over at their blog. We’re so happy they sent in their picture for Friday’s Foto Fun! Thanks guys!

What You Learned Today:

  • It’s Friday. Time for some foto fun.
  • You can send me YOUR foto to StuartTheScottie@hotmail.com
  • Woo Hoo!
  • OH….and here’s a special shout out to Frankie Furter! Thanks for all you do guys!

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Here’s a Thought..About T-storms

Posted on May 24, 2012 by

OK…I think it’s all right to come out from behind the bathroom door now. Whew. That’s better.

Since We’ve talked a lot about thunderstorms this week – and last night was no exception at Our house ’cause We got lots more – and since it’s summertime here where We live and with summer comes thunderstorms, I thought I’d share some stuff.

First, many of you asked about or left comments about the Thundershirt. Here’s where to learn more. Now, keep in mind I’ve never used one of these things, but I’ve used something similar. As my Dogtor said to me years ago when We first learned about the concept, if you don’t have to spend the money, don’t. And sure enough, when I was a wee pup, a peep’s friend gave Us a “onesie” to try. We slipped it on and it worked like a charm. It worked because it was small enough to make me feel snug and secure without being too tight. Thunder, fireworks, you name it. (Of course, it didn’t hurt that my peep was rubbing my back while I had my head hidden under Her arm while the storms were swirling around Us.)

I’m too big for a onsie now. Sigh. Gotta find a bigger thing to use. Maybe a really small kid’s T-shirt. Ya think?

Now, here’s another idea. Yesterday We were noticing all the bloggers who “liked” Our posts and We came across this blog. I’m thinking that aromatherapy is a good thing. Especially since some of you use essential oils in natural pest control. Nancy Tanner knows a thing or two about dogs and natural things. So, let’s give this “calm” stuff a try.

If you try it before I do, let me know what you think.

What You Learned Today:

  • I’m thinking that we dogs know a lot more about thunder storms than Our peeps realize.
  • Thunder, for some of us, can be scary.
  • Just don’t say, “It’s OK sweetie.” whenever it storms and we pooches pile up under the bed or behind a door. If you do, we’ll think that it’s OK to be scared. NOT.
  • Just be nice and normal and act like nothing’s happening.
  • That’s what my peeps do and I seem to be much better these days. Still don’t like storms, but, uh, I don’t get AS wigged out as I used to.
  • OH…and remember to leave the bathroom door OPEN. So I can hide behind it.
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Watercolor Wednesday

Posted on May 23, 2012 by

It’s Wednesday! Time for some art!

Here I am…doing my thing in the yard. With the ‘ole tongue sticking out.

What You Learned Today:

  • Ah me. It doesn’t get much better than patrolling the yard.
  • Last night – per usual – I had to patrol the yard before hitting the hay.
  • It was kind of a rushed little walkies.
  • Too much lightening in the sky. YIKES! Didn’t like that….
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T-Storms…

Posted on May 22, 2012 by

What was that???? Boy that was loud!

YIKES!! Gotta go inside…y’all know how I hate thunderstorms. By the time y’all read this, I’ll be snuggled up under Her desk. On my little bed. Hunkered down. Waiting for the next round of thunder.

I hate that.

What You Learned Today:

  • Here we go again…I heard it. I know it’s out there.
  • THUNDER.
  • I don’t wear those thunder-shirt thingies anymore. Actually, I’ve gotten just a bit better about the storms.
  • I still think it’s safer to be inside.
  • Y’all stay safe out there.
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