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A Tale of Two Neighbors
It started out as any other walk with my terrier, Libby. A balmy, early spring day, we took our usual stroll down our driveway, along the main road, and then a quick right onto the quiet, dead-end street next door. That’s when I saw it, or I should say them. The sight assaulted my eyes. […]
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Tail Wags and Whiskers
For anyone who ever loved a fur baby, Tail Wags and Whiskers chronicles the love, laughs, and four-legged lawlessness that comes from a lifetime with cats and dogs.
Heart-warming, funny, and often poignant, Tail Wags and Whiskers shares how animals come into our lives, not only teaching resilience, patience, and fortitude, but also marking the passage of time.
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Tail Wags and Whiskers
I must admit I worried since I had heard most kittens were born in spring and summer and this was a chilly December day in Connecticut, 1980. Despite wanting to stay calm as I gazed into the pet store window, my palms sweated, and I swallowed hard. I’m just getting a cat, I told myself, not having a human baby, God forbid. At twenty-three, the thought of two-legged parenthood was out of the question. Even four-legged gave me pause. Was I ready to take care of a little creature and be responsible for its every morsel of food and safety? Was I ready to give it the attention and love it needed after coming home tired from my office job each day? While growing up, my family had tons of pets, but the feed and upkeep had always been my parents’ domain. Was I ready now for the big time?
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A Tale of Two Neighbors
It started out as any other walk with my terrier, Libby. A balmy, early spring day, we took our usual stroll down our driveway, along the main road, and then a quick right onto the quiet, dead-end street next door. That’s when I saw it, or I should say them. The sight assaulted my eyes. […]
The Little Dog Who Just…Knew
“…I had forgotten how loyal dogs were. According to Randy and the kids, when I go to the mailbox, Ren climbs onto the love seat in front of the living room window and anxiously scans my every move, whining with worry. When I come back with the mail three minutes later, he greets me […]
5 Awesome (And Yes, Shocking!) Hosting Tips
After over four decades of entertaining, I’ve learned a few things from the trenches. I used to have great energy as a hostess, but as the years have moved along, that stamina has waned. I still love seeing family and friends, but have learned interesting ways to make getting together easier… Take-out for dinner – […]
When the Universe Rewards Us
Sometimes we work hard, but don’t receive the outcome we want. Other times we toil and are rewarded in wonderful ways. This happened to my son Paul when he and I went into Manhattan recently. We dined in the world-famous restaurant, La Bernardin. In his late twenties, Paul took a job at an upscale […]
A Hesitant Introduction
“…On the weekend, I brought Randy to meet Simon at the kennel. After observing all ten dogs in the lineup, my husband stood before Simon’s cage. Simon looked back, giving his best eager smile and wagging tail. “So, this is the one,” Randy whispered. His voice had a You’ve got to be kidding tone. He […]
Six Cool, Awesome Perks of Winter
Lots of people dislike winter and I get that—shorter days, freezing temps, driving on ice and snow. But despite these hardships, this season is not without its gifts. Six beautiful ones come to mind… Coziness—Winter is an introvert’s dream. We don’t have to feel guilty about not being outside, sun-worshiping, moving, and looking busy. Add […]
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