Hey, Dad. Open the door. I left Cheeseburger out there.” “Coming, Little one.” “Thank heavens it’s still here.” “Who would take Cheeseburger?” “That delightful aroma? Any number of wild beasts.” “I don’t think we have wild beasts around here.” You-have-got-to-be-kidding-me right now. No beasts?” “Well, I haven’t seen any.” “Hello. Earth to Dad. That’s because […]

“So, a little sunbath huh?” “Now that the temps are tolerable, a sun bath is just what I need.” “It does look comfortable.” “You have no idea. The stress of modern life can get to ya.” “Well, you deserve to relax.” “Sush. What is that noise?”   “I didn’t hear anything.” “Of course not. You […]

“Hey, Twiggy, you going to play outside today?” “Dad, this over 100 degrees is not the best for play.” “Yeah, I understand. So maybe there is something fun to do inside.” “One of the best things is a nap.” “You can always do that. How about playing with chuck-it?” “That is always fun. Let’s start […]

“Hey Twiggy. Whatcha doing?” “I’m thinking about a sunbath.” “That sounds great.” “Yeah, the temperature is below blowtorch. The sun feels good.” “Sure looks comfortable.” “Ahh, this is the life.” “Looks like you shifted.” “Need a little shade for my face. A girl has to watch her complexion.” “I didn’t know that was a consideration.” […]

“How about playing with your ball?” “Give it a toss and I’ll go get it.” “There you go.” “I got it.” “Bring it here, and I’ll toss it again.” “Not sure I want to chase it.” “So what are you going to do?” “Love on it. What else?” “Why are you at the door?” “Loving […]

“Hey, Twiggy.” “Yes, Dad.” “Don’t you think going out and playing would be a good idea?” “Gee, Dad. It’s so hot out there.” “Oh, come on. You are a Texas dog. You can take it. Besides, it’s below a hundred right now.” “Well, if you think it’s okay. Maybe for a little while.” “Okay, so […]

“So I have something to tell you.” “Don’t give me that stuff about going for a ride in the car, which ends up at the vet.” No, it’s nothing like that.” “But it is similar in its horrific conclusion.” “You are drawing the wrong conclusions. It’s a good thing.” “Nothing good ever comes after the […]

“Hey, Twiggy. What are you doing?” “Just waiting to see what kind of day we will have.” “Well, you know it will be hot.” “On the walk with Mom, I could tell it will be a scorcher. What’s the forecast?” “Looks like 104° F, which is 40° C.” “I would say an inside day.” “I […]