by shel | Aug 1, 2014 | George
Nighttime Playtime This morning at 1:00 AM, I was awakened by George’s big feet thumping around our bedroom. It’s not unusual to hear him stirring – changing sleeping positions, climbing into bed with us, or moving from couch to dog bed – but this was different....
by shel | May 8, 2013 | Norm
Snorffled It’s not often I cry. Today was a rough day. During a moment of self-indulged weakness, Norm came to my side. He carefully (ox-like) climbed up and delicately laid down on me (like a drunken hippo). He snorffled my head, neck, and face (for those without...
by shel | Oct 31, 2012 | Norm, Wally
Corgi-sitting I was supposed to be puppy-sitting Wally but opted to sub-contract the job to Norm. There is nothing cuter than watching Wally and Norm play. Norm is so gentle with wee Wally. He’ll hold a stuffy for Wally to tug on. He’ll lay still and play “mountain”...
by shel | May 4, 2012 | Rupert, Sue
Ru done wrong Today I was outside with the pooches enjoying the weather. Ru was running about gleefully (if you have ever wondered what “glee” looks like, watch a Wolfhound run), celebrating each breath and every bounce. Sue ran towards me. Ru followed on her heels....
by shel | Apr 11, 2012 | Norm, Rupert, Sue
Tickle-fest Last night I decided to watch some TV in the office. I flipped the sofa bed down so there would be room for both Norm and me… else I’d be squished at one end with my legs stretched out across him, not that he minds because he doesn’t. A few minutes later,...
