Walking my dogs along the Mission Trails park trail at 7:30 AM on a Sunday morning is somewhat unusual. Not … More
Author: Eric Saretsky
I don't know too many who are not dog-men. I have often eschewed politics in favor of talking about dogs, married life and everyday perspectives as one of the dog-people. Not that I don't like cats, I do. But cats tolerate you, while dogs enjoy having you around.
holiday cheer
I cannot vouch for most people, but good days follow rough days, and better weeks after some difficult ones. Saturday … More
kilter-off holiday
Looking back at the year, Two Thousand Eighteen has been, for myself and several family members, an experience in various … More
Poinsettia
For a couple years I have been trying to keep poinsettia growing after the Christmas season. With a tropical plant … More
leave no sandwich unturned
Twenty four hundred years ago, a Greek poet, Euripedes, shared his observations about life, love, wisdom, and youth. I wonder … More
when down is upbeat
One of my co-workers may have nailed it. As a retired Navy Chief, I am probably comforted by the end … More
rain brings out Christmas
It doesn’t rain at all in California. Once a month, a man drives through spraying Evian. Hugh Laurie https://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/hugh_laurie_593186 I’m … More
dog breath and eagle’s wings
Strength will rise as we wait upon the LordWait upon the Lord, we will wait upon the LordStrength will rise … More
An Army Ranger dog was killed while saving soldiers’ lives in Afghanistan
A multi-purpose canine assigned to the 75th Ranger Regiment was killed during a close-quarters battle in southwestern Afghanistan, during which an Army Ranger also died, military officials confirmed Tuesday after a biography of the dog began circulating online.
Maiko, a 7-year-old canine assigned to 2nd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment, died Nov. 24 while conducting a direct action raid in Nimruz province.
It's a Dog's Life 