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We are back

After a 909 day hiatus; nearly 2 years and 6 months, post Rufus’ passing, we’re back! For me, it has been a long and hard road back to life without him. Thank goodness for our girls, especially our sweet little … Continue reading

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Life update May 2022

Hello friends. 👋🏼😊 It has been a minute since we have offered an official update, so how about we do that now. Overall our pack is healthy, happy and safely staying close to home these days. We are grateful for … Continue reading

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Happy Got-you Day Rufus!

Fourteen years ago today, I met a little red miniature dachshund and our lives changed forever. Rufus was born on August 21, but we got him on Saturday, October 30, 2004. ❤ I have photographed over 500 dachshunds over the … Continue reading

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New Threadless shop

Check it out friends; Rufus joins the Threadless family. Here’s your chance to snag some great last minute ORIGINAL gift ideas; grab them for yourself or give them to your favorite dachshund person. https://rufusontheweb.threadless.com/  Simple, timeless and clean designs in white or … Continue reading

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Hug a dog harness

Rufus has been wearing hug-a-dog harnesses for a decade or more. We have tried other harnesses, and enjoy options, but for us hug-a-dog harnesses have a proven track record. Our handsome hounds get to look stylish while giving their humans … Continue reading

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Celebrating June 1st

June 1st begins the countdown to my birthday which happens to be June 29th. I usually spend the next 28 days reflecting on the pervious year; like what I’ve learned, where I’ve succeed and the areas I could use some improvement. … Continue reading

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Help Cappie, please

Hello friends. This is just a friendly reminder and update on the darling doxie Cappie – as some of you have asked. He is doing much better, and of course, his progress comes at a price. Today’s test alone cost his … Continue reading

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Rufus & Emily get their teeth cleaned

On Tuesday, Rufus and Emily had their annual anesthetic teeth cleaning. This was Rufus’ fourth & Emily’s third consecutive year. Lily and our friend Milo go next Thursday, and it will be Lily’s first time. She’ll be four in July. I’m always … Continue reading

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Icebreaker Speech

Tonight at a local Toastmaster’s meeting, I gave the following icebreaker speech. I imagine many of you would enjoy it, along with the slides (pictures) I used. Check it out friends and let me know what you think. 🙂 Thank … Continue reading

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Rufus goes to the Grand Canyon (again)

Rufus returns to the Grand Canyon. Rufus and family visited the Grand Canyon once before; and we all had so much fun that we simply had to make the trip again. Last time we were there in the summer so, it was … Continue reading

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