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Lucky, Lost

I met two old friends (old as-in long-time friends, and old as-in can we talk about our aching joints? Srsly?) on Friday at the Como Conservatory.  We were supposed to see the spring show and instead discovered that the spring … Continue reading

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The Best of 2017

My beloved Pomeranian, Rafa, died last May of heart failure.  Naturally, I assumed Ace would be just fine with the immediate procurement of another Pom.  Not so.  Turns out Ace enjoyed the relative dearth of barking. I continued my daily … Continue reading

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MWF Seeking SFuPo

Hey stranger.  Yeah, you.  The furry one with whiskers and cute pointy ears.  How about moving in with me for a long-term, committed, platonic love relationship? I’m a middle-aged gal who’s used to canine-ical polyamory.  Due to the recent demise … Continue reading

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Rafa

I’m sitting in the waiting room of the emergency vet clinic at the University of Minnesota.  The hum of the vending machines.  Folks typing at the reception desk.  Sneet falling on the skylights above my head. Last night The Big … Continue reading

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Heart, Broken

Rafa the Pomeranian turns eight in August.  When I accidentally acquired Rafa in the summer of 2011 (Happy Birthday to me!), Second Chance Animal Rescue thought he was about three.  I decided his birthday would be August 8, a date … Continue reading

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Here’s What I Wore – part two

In honor of Groundhog Day (the movie), I present the second annual “Here’s What I Wore.” Woke up to “feels like minus six degrees” today!  Refreshing!  I have no memory of my breakfast.  I lovingly crafted a wholesome meal for … Continue reading

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How the Dog Ate Christmas – guest post by The Big E

My guest blogger today is The Big E – grade 4.  We hope you enjoy his tale of suspense and intrigue. —————— It was Christmas Eve in Glueville and the Affengrincher was coming so that night the Affengrincher got on … Continue reading

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Dressing Up Rafa – Halloween Edition

    Musical Moment          

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His Version of The Events – or – How the Garden Came to be Completely Destroyed

Chester’s Lawn and Garden Service Saint Paul, MN. I work for food.  Only food.  Lots of  food. Menu of Services: 1) Fertilization:  I utilize only the freshest organic nitrogen-rich fertilizer, administered warm to avoid temperature shock for the poor plants.  Occasionally … Continue reading

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A Tail of Too Shitties

(Please be advised that this post contains an excessive number of exclamation points.  And a couple photos that some folks might consider gross.  Please plan accordingly.) The dark brown dots on the side of the fridge aren’t chocolate.  Or paint. … Continue reading

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