Trick or Moo
There is no part of our front porch that isn't awkward. It was clearly designed by someone who never personally used a front porch, possibly a space alien or a…
A Trip to the E Arrrrrgh
Once upon a time, a friend had a pirate-themed party to celebrate the release of one of the Pirates of the Caribbean movies (Part 17: Captain Grandpa Sparrow versus the…
Sophie, Music Critic
Sophie is a dog of many talents, thus her full name: Sophie the Wonder Dog. Little did we know she is also a music critic: In case it's unclear, Sophie…
Do I Dare To Eat A Beet?
I don’t know if there is an actual medical diagnosis for the irrational fear of beets, but if there is, I have it. I don’t know when the fear started.…
Spider House Rules
Dear Spiders, Insects and Slugs, Here are The Rules: You are welcome to the entire part of the world that is OUTSIDE of my house. If you find yourself inside…
Birthdays, vampires, cake and kindness
So I think I squandered my big birthday wish on the gorgeous weather. At the risk of jinxing it, it appears that spring may have FINALLY arrived to these parts,…
As Explosive as a Dog Sneeze
"As explosive as a dog sneeze." There's a phrase you don't hear every day, and here's another: I am no stranger to being sneezed upon by dogs. I don't know…