Dog Walks and Body Knocks, A Story in Three Parts. 1. Part I Once upon a time, there was a middle-aged woman – let’s call her Michelle – who didn’t look her age, laugh lines and love handles notwithstanding, who decided to add richness to her life by adopting a dog. Said life had been in a bit of a holding pattern since the death … Continue reading Dog Walks and Friction Burns
I’m six weeks a dog owner now, and it has been a wonderfully exhausting transition period. I sleep better for the three walks a day. I plan to get a fence built in the spring, but I still think two-a-day is a good number. I quite like our walks in starlight. I’m out and about more than I’ve been since my kids were little and … Continue reading Shots of the dog Suki, and an update.
Once upon a time, someone told me I was a calming presence, that I was soothing and restful to be around. I was very flattered, especially considering the chaotic nature of my inside life. My brain is many things, but it’s not restful. She was referring to the fact that I’m not especially reactive to people or things when I’m out and about. My responses … Continue reading My Dog, the Mirror
When I got involved with a man who had kids, I read all the parenting books I could find. Ditto when I found out I was pregnant. I do not like to “wing it,” especially when so much information is available. It makes sense, therefore, that I researched bringing home rescue dogs before I did. “Of course, you did,” is how those in my circle … Continue reading Research, reality, and new pets.
From Famine to Feast 