We have a new puppy. We would like to introduce you to Oliver. He is a miniature brown poodle from Old Lyme, Connecticut but his breeder is Ellen Calkins who is originally from Hamburg, NY. We are so thankful for the beautiful job she did crate and play pen training Oliver. He is quite adorable....
Dogs, poodle Meet Oliver October 13, 2019
We have a new puppy. We would like to introduce you to Oliver. He is a miniature brown poodle from Old Lyme, Connecticut but his breeder is Ellen Calkins who is originally from Hamburg, NY. We are so thankful for the beautiful job she did crate and play pen training Oliver. He is quite adorable....
Summer of 2019 September 5, 2019 in Chautauqua Institute, Dogs, Faith, Memories, poodle, Summer, Traditions, Travel
Summer of 2019. The weather was gorgeous! It started out with a beautiful high school graduation in Pasadena for our niece Lauren. We are so glad we made the trip. What a difference it makes to be there. It’s so enjoyable to swim outside,...
1 Second A Day ll April 9, 2019 in Dogs, Faith, Friends, Life, Memories, Travel, Wedding
Life is made up of seconds. We can’t help but notice how time slips away. Life is like a mystery too, we really have no idea how long we have here on earth even if we do everything right. This is my second edition...
The Best of the Summer of 2018 September 5, 2018 in Dogs, Life, Memories, Summer, Swimming, Travel, Wedding
I really don’t want summer to end bc I truly savor the outdoor swims, the sunsets, the ice cream, the adventures and comfy sandals. I’m also so well aware that everything is temporary, our time here is finite and a new season is another...
The Pug Story August 4, 2017 in Dogs
It doesn’t matter if you adopt a rescue dog, a mutt, or a pedigree pup from a top breeder. Dogs benefit mankind immeasurably. I was so excited to follow along. You know I am a dog lover and...
Drop the Scorecard January 10, 2017 in Dogs, Entertain, Faith, Family, Uncategorized
Welcome to January, one of the longest and certainly the coldest month of the year. During these long days of January chores can become burdens. How often are we adding “scorecards” to our marriages, work relationships, and friendships? In our home, we all like...
3 Observations for the Holidays December 6, 2016 in Dogs, Faith, Family, poodle, Traditions
One thing I really enjoy about not only going away, but also coming back from vacations, is gaining a new perspective. You tend to come home with a new appreciation for all that you have and what you are interested in changing in...
My Top 5 Memories of the Summer of 2016 September 6, 2016 in Dogs, Faith, Family
One question I do not want to ask is “Where did the summer go?” I realized that when I was working and did not plan anything special. Summer would fly by and before you know it you would run right into Fall without feeling...
#todayonmywalk August 11, 2015 in Buffalo Garden Walk, Dogs, Lucy, poodle, Uncategorized
Let’s face it, if I wasn’t a dog owner I certainly would not take a daily walk or two. I would attempt. But it would not be daily occurrence especially in the rain, snow and sleet. Even on beautiful sunny days, something...
