Life’s simple pleasures make car ride better for pup

I gave the dog his first ice cream — one of life’s simple pleasures.

Teddie Bear doesn’t ride well in the car. If you are the passenger, he serves as your seatbelt. It’s like he’s a magnet, and the seat is metal. He sucks up against you so tightly you can’t lean forward. At all. You can’t get your real seatbelt on or off. You might not be able to get out of the car. It takes two hands and all your strength to peel him off you once he’s Velcro-ed on.
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My cup of tea awaits in Portugal or wherever…

You are my cup of tea means something you like.

I like my cup of tea, particularly mid-morning.

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Bored dog finds trouble

What does a bored dog do?

Find trouble, that’s what.

I’m watching the dog for a few days for my sister. Cat sitting, too, but Pixel is easy. Feed her, scoop litter, pet her when she comes around. Easy, peasy.

Teddie Bear, well, he’s a bit more demanding. He’s not quite 6 months old and very much a puppy. He alternates between sweet and snuggly and all teeth and attitude. Read more “Bored dog finds trouble” →

Challenge: Find a flat spot in Tennessee

There isn’t a flat spot in Tennessee.

No, really. At any point, even if you think it’s flat, you’re going up or down, slightly. Get out a level. I bet I’m correct.

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