On this World Kindness Day, Asa and I double dog dare you to bring back kindness not as a one day event, or even a random act, but as a courtesy of every day life. Acts of kindness that were once considered as having good manners generations ago need to come back into daily practice. […]
On this Veterans Day weekend, we thank current and retired Military Working Dogs for your bravery and loyalty in protecting our country and the men and women who serve beside you. Since 1942 it is estimated that over 30,000 dogs have served our country, with approximately 2,500 Military Working Dogs on active duty today. In their […]
You didn’t hear it from me, but it appears a celebrity on and off again relationship is back in the headlines. Fresh off his successful world tour of Maine, rock star Asa was spotted on vacation with a famous actress, Lady, from the critically acclaimed movie, “Lady and the Tramp.” You may recall they were […]
Last month the high point of our vacation was literally the high point of the Coast Guard Trail at Quoddy Head State Park in Lubec, Maine. Quoddy Head is a special place for our family, you may recall last year we greeted the sunrise there in memory of Grandpa. This year we took a more […]
Last month, Asa’s World Tour of Maine continued with a quick stop in Columbia Falls, Maine. Originally part of nearby Columbia, Maine, Columbia Falls separated to form its own independent town in 1863. Located on the Pleasant River, the “falls” part of the name is to pay tribute to the rapids there. But as to […]
Well once again Daylight Saving Time has come to an end, leaving dogs across the country in a state of confusion. We may have gained an hour by turning the clocks back, but our meals are now served late. Why do humans insist on changing dinnertime? Don’t they know that Golden Retrievers run on Golden […]
Don’t be so quick to put away your orange clothing, now that Halloween is over. Deer hunting season in Maine has officially begun, and it is allowed on many of the dog friendly trails that we review. Therefore, here is our annual reminder to wear blaze-orange and other safety precautions to take when hiking with […]
Thursday Update: Asa and family would like to thank all of you for your love and positive vibes! He is feeling more like himself this morning, as his eye continues to heal. Asa is disappointed that he missed Halloween, and wanted to share with you the post he had planned before being rushed to the […]
Asa awoke on Halloween morning, looking forward to showing off his costumes. Everything appeared fine. He went for his walk, and played with a squeaky toy. However, when Dad went to give Asa his breakfast, the light caught his eye in just the right way, and he saw that something wasn’t right. Asa’s ophthalmologist told […]
Dear Great Pumpkin, On this National Pumpkin Day, I’d like to give you a pep talk. After watching It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown for the umpteenth time, it has come to my realization I don’t know anyone who has actually met you. I can understand being shy, and not wanting to draw attention to […]
