“So Lucy. What do you think about the year? It is almost New Year’s Eve, and I wonder if you have some thoughts about 2017.”
“Boy, Bailey. You are pretty philosophical for a hound.”
“I’m a boxer, not a hound.”
“Just an expression.”
“Back to my question.”
“I’m thinking. I guess I will have to call the year a challenge.”
“How so?”
“Just listen to that hammering. It has been going on for weeks.”
“I know, but it is a sign of progress. We had a Hurricane after all.”
“Not to mention evacuating to Austin.”
“Yeah, that wasn’t so pleasant. But we did avoid the flying siding and stuff.”
“I know. I was glad not to have been here then.”
“Okay, that was the Hurricane. What else?”
“I miss Stella.”
“I know. I do too. She always seemed to have the perfect word for any occasion.”
“Not to mention fun to chase.”
“We have to believe she is happy. She had a long life of love.”
“I agree. Well, in any case, I’m thinking she has a lot of mice that need catching.”
“Excellent thought, Lucy. Let’s keep that vision in mind.”
“Beyond those two events, 2017 was not really a bad year.”
“I have to agree. You know we have it pretty good.”
“I would say.”
“I think I’ll make a resolution for 2018.”
“Okay, what is that? Boy, my eyelids are getting heavy. Might be the thought of making a resolution.”
“Lucy you are such a slug. You know that?”
“How about a little nap before we move to 2018?”
“Okay, I see your point. When we wake up, we need to make our resolutions.”
“Hmm. Oh sure. When we get up, that’ll be the first thing we do. Well, besides a scratch.”
“And a drink of water.”
“And maybe a run in the yard. ZZZZZZZ.”
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I loved everything thing about this post, John. It’s the perfect way to close out 2017!
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Thank you, Jill. 😀
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I’m with dear lady Jill! Delightful, John! Stella’s still around in those corners and shadows! ♥
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Thank you, Billy Ray. I think you are right.
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Oh, and special hugs for the NEW YEAR to Bailey and Lucy! ♥♥
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Thank you, Billy Ray. Happy New Year to you.
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I just adore these conversations. Wishing you and yours a wonderful new year.
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Thank you, Staci. Happy New Year to you as well. 😀
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Lucy and Bailey summed up 2017 beautifully. No rush on 2018! 😀
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Thank you, Jennie. I think they will take their time.
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I think so, too. 🙂
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Appears reflection is an energy-draining experience. Probably the reason it is a once-a-year experience. …. and I miss Stella, too … losing pets is difficult.
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It is. Thank you, Frank.
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You have to have priorities, John. These guys seem to have it all figured out.
I love the photos. Give them both a scritch from Maddie.
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One scritch coming up. Thanks, Dan
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Boxers are the best! Ours was called Samantha. She was a brindle with a black face and winning personality. I still miss her. Sorry.
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I hope the memories of Samantha provide comfort. I know I still miss several fur babies but do have lovely memories to cherish. Thank you for sharing, Pam.
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They have the right idea about the naps.
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They seem to know when a nap is in order.
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A great recap of the year. Their expressions really tell the story! 🙂
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Thank you, Jan. 😀
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Best wishes to Lucy and Bailey for 2018. Oh yeah, and you too, John. 🙂
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Thanks, Greg. Happy New Year to you and your crew as well.
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I miss Stella too, but they are right–she’s happy chasing plenty of mice. A charming conversation from a charming pair. Happy New Year, John!
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Thank you, Mae. Happy New Year to you as well.
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Oh, the wisdom of our 4-legged family members. Thank you, John, for this endearing exchange. What a beautiful way to start the new year. Best wishes to you and yours! 😀
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Thank you, Gwen. Happy and Prosperous New Year to you and yours as well.
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That sounds likes the perfect schedule to slip slowly out of 2017 and gently into 2018! Happy New Year’s to you and yours, John! 😀
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Thank you, Jan. Happy New Year to you. 😀
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Oh my goodness… they look so comfy and cozy. Last January when “the big they” (whomever They are) said the year of the Fire Rooster was going to be full of challenges, I didn’t want to believe it. Horsefeathers! 2016 and its mean old monkey was bad enough. But they were making an understatement. Here’s hoping the year of the Earth Dog will be a friendlier critter. Have a thriving Thursday, John!
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Let’s hope so, Teagan. Thundering Thursday to you. Hugs.
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I hope you all, 4-legged and 2-legged, will have a good 2018,
Pit
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Thank you, Pit and the same to you and yours.
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Dogs make great philosophers — well done, gang!!
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Thank you, Debbie. 😀
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I agree, I think a little nap is called for before 2018:) Happy New Year!
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They do miss Stella! So sweet as they sum up the year, not a bad one. Many of us could say the same thing…we have it pretty good. They are such buddies! Wonderful dialogue!
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Thank you, Jo. Yes, we have it pretty good.
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Change is hard, John. I’m grateful you have each other to find smiles in. I know it seems strange, but I miss seeing her here. ♡
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She did have a blessed life. Her last days and passing could not have been any more peaceful. Thank you fro missing her, Audrey.
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You’re welcome ♡
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The poor things miss their friend. We went through something similar and it’s easy to see they mourn. Hope they have a better 2018, and all of their people do too.
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Thank you, Craig.
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Love your doggie’s dialogue! Perfect for what they’d say! Yep, a snooze and a few more things to do before a 2018 resolution. Never make resolutions. Hope the Earth Dog Year will be better than this one. Not born in a Dog Year, but… Happy New Year, John! Christine
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Thank you, Christine and Happy New Year to you and yours.
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I think they summed up 2017 quite well. I miss seeing Stella here and I’m sure they miss her as well. Hope your 2918 will be happy, healthy, and filled with prolific writing.
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It’s early – that was 2018
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Of course, you are the first to wish me a good 2918 so all is good. 😀
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Thank you, Michelle. I wish you peace, health, and many laughs. 😀
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Thank you. 😁
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