Author Archives: Jenny

Alabama Allie

The puppy formerly known as Ziggy, now Allie, making mischief with her older buddy down in Alabama. She’s gorgeous. I wish it had been feasible to keep her. I adore her personality.

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Puppy class

Week two of puppy class tonight. We worked on sit, down, watch, walking nicely, sit in heel position, and recall. Phew! I am TIRED. Roscoe spent less time barking this week. He was happy to see his siblings. I’m proud … Continue reading

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Martian

Saw the Martian again last night at the Beartooth. Mmm. Dinner and a movie with friends! It was just as good the 4th time

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Meh

Newest Star Wars. Meh. Fun seeing the old characters, new characters didn’t have to work very hard at winning and the bad guys were weak. I’d go see The Martian a fourth time.

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Roscoes buddy

Roscoe adores Elizabeth. She is his playmate and provider of dinner. His very favorite thing is to wake her in the morning. They delight in playing together.  This morning Elizabeth was sitting in a box lined with a blanket, pretending … Continue reading

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Racetrack

I adore our home. It’s small by modern standards however it has a thoughtful layout that lends itself well to our life.  A favorite feature is the racetrack. After you watch Elizabeth and Roscoe wear each out I’m sure you’ll … Continue reading

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Kinda Christmasy

We got our tree from Minnesota Bob Sunday before last but I didn’t have much interest in decorating with stress and worry and then sorrow for papa.  Christmas Eve arrived and the tree was still naked. I pulled the ornaments … Continue reading

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Dogs, glasses, and papas teeth

I know how to raise a puppy.  I do.  A tenant of raising any young thing is if you don’t want it destroyed don’t leave it within reach. Especially if you require them for driving, say.   Now this is … Continue reading

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Roscoe

I am very pleased with this boy. He learns quickly, enjoys meeting new people, and is fast becoming Elizabeth’s dog instead of mine. She feeds him dinner, kennels him, and plays until they are both pooped. He revels in waking … Continue reading

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Rituals and grief

I hope we have papas service soon. I need the ritual of grieving to help me handle these emotions. Most fulfilling grieving process ever was when I helped wash and prepare the body of a dear friend. It was an … Continue reading

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