This weekend we received a not so subtle reminder to slow down. On Saturday we were on a mission. With summer nearing an end, and still many things on our to-do list, we were going to do a fundraiser walk at our favorite park, followed by a hike at a place we’ve been meaning to […]
In celebration of National Dog Day, come with me as we go back in time to where it all began. No, not as recent as 7 years ago for the start of our blog, Living with a Golden. Even farther back than 1868, when the first Golden Retriever was bred in Scotland. No, I’m taking […]
Ten years ago, across the country 3,000 Golden Retrievers set off on a mission to end canine cancer by participating in the Morris Animal Foundation’s Golden Retriever Lifetime Study (GRLS). This groundbreaking study is the largest and most comprehensive prospective canine health study ever undertaken in veterinary medicine in the United States. Its purpose is […]
Asa here. I did it! I officially recorded my first song! Alright, I admit it is background music, on a corporate gig. But a recording is a recording, and I did it! Dad was recording a short training video for his coworkers. He’s done this before, and to be honest they are really boring that […]
Take a quiet wooded hike at Brave Boat Headwaters Preserve in Kittery, Maine. Located on approximately 60 acres, this 1.5 mile easy walk takes you through dense forest, past wetlands, and over vernal pools, with historic stonewalls crisscrossing the path, reminding you of its early farming history. In fact, you can extend your walk by […]
Asa, put down the squeaky ball. We need to have a little chat. As an up-and-coming rock star, you’re going to meet a lot of new “friends” along the way. Some will genuinely have your best interest at heart. Others, not so much. Some may promise you big things to help further your career. Like […]
Thank you for attending my press conference regarding the mysterious metal object that fell from the sky and almost hit a police officer at the Maine State Capitol last Friday. I would like to begin by stating for the record that the anonymous tip that the metal object was a part from my rocket ship […]
With the cost of everything increasing, sadly some families have to choose between paying bills and buying pet food. In Maine, pet families are fortune to have No Bowl Empty 2 Pet Food Pantry to turn to for help. Founded in 2015, Nadine Molloy is adamant that “No one should be forced to surrender their […]
So there we were at the park. We just finished our first real hike in weeks, and were enjoying a celebratory cup of peanut butter. That is until we were interrupted as usual. A couple approached and asked to pet us. But something unusual happened instead. Dad responded with, “No, they’re having a snack.” The […]
Today is National Tell a Joke Day. Therefore I feel obligated to warn you that the following blog post by Asa will contain bad puns, dad jokes, and yes even a knock knock joke. Consider yourself warned if you dare to keep reading!* Did you hear about the person going around stealing gates from homes? […]
