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Controlled Exit
We tend to bounce, jostle, and race when we move from point to point, so Hu-Dad was quite impressed with our controlled exit the other day. Landon led the way with an orderly line following. We were probably surprised Landon was leading rather than bouncing around the house.
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Something Smells Suspicious
Yesterday morning, Hu-Dad told us to nap while he left the house for a few hours. He pretended nothing exciting happened, but we think something smells suspicious. And when we say smells, we mean we caught the scent of some strange dogs. So, yes, we snatched his phone and looked for photos. Read today’s full post to see what we found.
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Caption This: Dear Landon
Dear Landon: Do you know it’s raining? And did you know it’s dark? And it’s bedtime? Everyone else is warm, snuggly, and dry. Hu-Dad really doesn’t want to go outside and get wet to get you. What do you say about coming inside the house? Dear Readers: What was Boom Boom’s response to such an innocent request? For Caption This Friday, go ahead and give us the best answer.
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Stretching And Prepping
Mid-day break means some time in the yard and the inevitable wrestling matches. His Royal Highness Little Prince Typhoon Phooey is warming up for his match with bestest buddy Roscoe P. with some light stretching. (Some of you are trying to pluck that excess fur and Typhoon says stop it. Just stop it.)
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Suave And Efficient
Frankie Suave is the steady influence on his brothers. He claims his spot under Hu-Dad’s desk during the day and on the foot of the human bed at night. No younger brother would think to challenge his right to either place. When outdoor time calls, Frankie goes straight out, handles business, and comes right back in. No sense in being away from the comforts of home any longer than necessary. Suave and efficient.
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Saying Hi To A Deer Friend
During our afternoon walks, we see many others out enjoying the neighborhood greenway. The mornings, however, tend to be much quieter since we go earlier than many, particularly on the weekends. Imagine how quiet the neighborhood was then when we came around the corner and saw a deer friend. And, no, that wasn’t a misspelling.
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We Pause To Remember
On this twentieth anniversary of a dark day, we pause to remember the innocent victims who were going about their normal lives when murderers took away their future. We pause to remember the heroes who raced into burning buildings, escorted people to safety, and fought to take a plane back from those intent on causing more harm. We pause to remember the brave men and women who volunteered to go overseas to prevent evil-doers from coming here. We pause to remember our allies who raced to our aid and support. We pause to remember the families left behind to pick up the pieces. Tomorrow, we’ll be back with our normal fun and games, but, today, we pause to remember.
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Caption This: I’m Being Followed
We refer to Landon as the radar dog because he always seems to know when something or someone is on the trail behind us. And sometimes he turns and stares and yet the Hu-Dad can’t find anything at all (a short story about ghosts on the trail always floats through Hu-Dad’s head). So, of course, Hu-Dad’s caption to this photo is I’m being followed (probably by a fluffy tail), but do you have a better suggestion? Give us your best caption!
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Annoying Flying Object
The Little Prince believes everything should yield to his wishes. In this case, his quiet yard time has been disturbed by an annoying flying object. Hu-Dad tried to point out that the helicopter was probably performing some important work, but Royalty doesn’t think anything is more important than his wishes.
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Game Face
Many of you, we’re sure, had to work this weekend despite the Labor Day holiday. Perhaps you’re in a profession that works holidays or live in country that doesn’t recognize the holiday this weekend. For those of you who did enjoy a long weekend, Frankie Suave has a message for you—it’s time to put your game face on and get back out there.
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A Musing Holiday
Today is Labor Day. A day of rest. Hu-Dad decided late yesterday to take a musing holiday. Something about last minute edits to the new novel, not enough time, and blah blah blah. This is a fancy way of saying no Monday Musing on his website today. Typhoon says if Hu-Dad isn’t working, then the Little Prince is going back to his nap. See you tomorrow. (P.S. – Have a Happy Labor Day and get some rest).
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Pointing To Buried Treasure
During yard time on Friday, Hu-Dad confiscated a filthy ball from Roscoe and wondered where it came from. A few minutes later, a second ball appeared in Roscoe’s mouth. A few more minutes and a third appeared. The people we bought the house from raised their five kids in it, so we’re always finding something interesting, but a baseball, tennis ball, and golf ball in one afternoon is a new record. Roscoe is so impressed with himself, he’s now pointing to buried treasure.
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