Recently my friend Daisy shared from her local community page a “Summer Bucket List” with 100 ideas of things for children to do. That got me and Asa thinking, “what would a dog’s summer bucket list look like?” Thus began our Summer Dog Challenge! The following are just a few suggestions of things for dogs […]
The situation with the Chipmunk garden vandal has escalated. Although the Chipmunk appears to be leaving the other plants alone, his obsession with my sunflowers continue. Despite Dad’s best efforts to plant the sunflower seeds inside to let them sprout before replanting them outside in the garden, the Chipmunk’s crime spree continues. The plants are […]
Mark your calendars because Ales for Tails is back! Taking place at a new date and location, Maine’s only dog-centric beer festival will be on Sunday, June 26, 2022 from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse on the campus of Southern Maine Community College in South Portland. One thing hasn’t changed […]
I admit while on hikes I sometimes tune my family out. Do you blame me? Between Asa singing one of his parodies, Mom sharing “interesting” historical facts about the location, and Dad pointing out every animal he sees, it gets a bit much. However, I wish I was paying closer attention on our recent walk […]
On June 14, 1777 the Second Continental Congress officially adopted the United States of America’s flag. At the time, they resolved that “the flag of the United States shall be of thirteen stripes of alternate red and white, with a union of thirteen stars of white in a blue field, representing a new constellation.” Therefore, […]
This week we are making connections with the Old Eastern Marsh Trail, in Salisbury, Massachusetts. In 2017 we hiked the Ghost Trail in Salisbury, and in 2019 we walked the Clipper City Rail Trail in Newburyport, MA. Now we’re connecting the two with the Old Eastern Marsh Trail! Also known as the Salisbury Rail Trail […]
It all began while on a routine backyard patrol shift last week. I noticed a plant in our garden had been flattened. I incorrectly assumed it was due to the previous night’s heavy rain, and did not inspect it closer, nor did I file an official report with headquarters. However, a concerned citizen, Dad, later […]
June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. One resource for older adults living with Alzheimer’s or dementia and their caregivers is the Alzheimer’s Cafe hosted by the New Hampshire SPCA. An Alzheimer’s Cafe is where people living with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia or other memory issues and their caregivers gather, socialize and enjoy conversation. What makes […]
Mom needed to go out yesterday, and she left Dad “in-charge.” Well she should know Dad isn’t ready for such responsibilities. Thankfully though, Asa and I had everything under control. Asa even did a little extra cleaning while she was out. Sometime after she left I had an upset tummy. I know, my fault. I […]
There is a reason why Asa has earned the nickname of Sir Poops A. Lot. When out enjoying adventures he likes to answer nature’s call…a lot! Now considering most of the trails we visit are carry out, and do not have trash receptacles, this could leave us with a stinky predicament for the ride home. […]