When it rains, it pours – figuratively and literally. John Cornyn How is it that not many things just run smoothly, and if it is not one thing it is another. I think it is to keep us on our toes and not get too complacent. Just when things start falling into place with the…
July 14: Obnoxius hoof rats
My mother early on taught us to respect all animals, and I mean all animals – not just cats and dogs but rats and snakes and spiders and fish and wildlife, so I really grew up believing they are just like us and just as deserving of consideration. Joanna Lumley When we first arrived in…
July 13: Forts in the forest
I want a big house with a moat and dragons and a fort to keep people out. Victoria Beckham In the summer it is always fun to explore the forest near our house, because there are always remnants of the most amazing forts, which children have built, lived in, and fought away the dragons! They…
July 12: The steps to St. Paul’s
I counted everything. I counted the steps to the road, the steps up to church… Katherine Johnson This was the second ‘bring-your-dog-to-work-day’ in a row, but a lot more fun than yesterday!! Today we got to count the steps going up to church, to walk up the steps, and to sit and pose in front…
July 11: Bring your dog to work day
When we adopt a dog or any pet, we know it is going to end with us having to say goodbye, but we still do it. And we do it for a very good reason: They bring so much joy and optimism and happiness. They attack every moment of every day with that attitude. Bruce…