Every few weeks, my computer or my phone pops up an image I took “on this day” over the last … More
Tag: relationships
relationships that last: lessons in communication, part 2
Continued from Part 1 why we do not listen The world is busy. Information pounds us from every direction. Because … More
Making herself at home
“Cats are connoisseurs of comfort.” James Herriot, author, James Herriot’s Cat Stories
relationships that last: lesson in communication, part 1
No man is an island, entire of itself; every man is a piece of the continent. John Donne, British poet, … More
the way we all ought to go
My neighbor’s female Doberman died last weekend. Unlike my dogs Comet and Dexter last year, and her buddy Loki, a … More
Tasks only women master
For only the second time in our two decades-plus of marriage, my wife needs her husband’s help with basic tasks … More
Are dog-people generally happier?
Storms in life tend to come at inopportune times. As do actual storms. As almost everyone has experienced, cars will … More
water works
In the middle of February, a warm, sunny day made a visit to the San Diego Zoo perfect for grandchildren. … More
no dogs to fence in
My neighbor behind our home caused a bit of a stir this morning for my son – and later on … More
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