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Yard Work Without the Drama: Just the Stuff That Works
Are you a fan of electric-powered lawn equipment? Do you love "Yard Work Without the Drama: Just the Stuff That Works?" I have switched to almost everything electric for easy use, fast charging, and the lawn looks great. Let’s be real—most people don’t wake up excited to mow, trim, or clean up the yard. It usually ends up being a long, sweaty weekend thing that no one wants to do. But it doesn’t have to be this big deal. The truth is, a few smart swaps can make yard work way faster and...
Do You Talk To Your Pet Like A Human? Psychology Says You Might Have These 7 Distinct Traits
Happy Wednesday, everyone! Do You Talk To Your Pet Like A Human? Psychology Says You Might Have These 7 Distinct Traits. I am always talking to Jake and Maggie as if we are having a big conversation, and they will answer back. I even say I’m sorry if I accidentally bump into them. LOL! I even tell them I’ll be back when I leave, and honestly, I think they understand me! I thought this would be fun to post about since we dog parents treat our animals like humans :-). I found this article...
Maggie’s ACL TPLO Surgery
Happy Wednesday, everyone! Today, we are talking about Maggie’s ACL TPLO Surgery, which she had last week at Ohio State University Veterinary Medical Center, Columbus, OH. If you have been reading my blog for a while, you will know that Jake had his ACL TPLO surgery done with the same surgeon, Dr. Jonathan Dyce, whom we have great respect for. He saved Jake from a complete leg amputation, so when Maggie tore her ACL, we automatically called OSU to have her meet with Dr. Dyce. Maggie spent...
7 Signs Of An Overstimulated Dog
Happy Wednesday, everyone! I’m finally getting to our July 4th/birthday post that I’ve been promising. Jake and Maggie had a great birthday with lots of treats and presents. It was a hot day, and I made sure they spent enough time both indoors and outside to enjoy their day without getting overstimulated and overheated. Everyone brought a side dish, and we made homemade pizzas and calzones in our pizza oven. I cut up fresh strawberries and blueberries for the pups as an addition to their...
A Sweet Spin On A Classic BLT
Happy Wednesday, everyone! I cooked Mr. TAL a delicious meal this past weekend, putting A Sweet Spin On A Classic BLT, which made the cut for TAL’s blog! He said it was blog-worthy, so I had to share it with you! If you’ve been reading my blog for a while and have tried some of my recipes, you'll know that I love combining sweet and salty flavors. This sandwich is just that. So what is my secret ingredient? It’s Fig Preserves by Bonnie Maman :-). I had thick-cut bacon left over from...
Dog Friendly Canaan Valley Resort, Davis, WV
Happy Wednesday, everyone! I wrote this from Canaan Valley Resort in Davis, WV, in a cabin in the Appalachian Mountains. The weather was gorgeous, with a warm 75 degrees, but it felt cooler in the cabin due to the surrounding trees. The windows and front screen door were open, and the cross breeze felt wonderful. The cabins and cottages are fully furnished and allow dogs, but do NOT have air conditioning. I was a bit worried going into the trip because I’m not one to rough it, but it...
What To Do If Your Dog Gets Bit By A Venomous Spider
Happy Wednesday, everyone! I was sitting on our back patio a few nights ago watching Jake watch a spider crawl in front of him. This gave me an idea for a blog post on spiders and What To Do If Your Dog Gets Bit By A Venomous Spider. Fortunately, Jake didn't make a big deal about his little friend, and fortunately, the little spider was not poisonous. But what does a non-venomous bite look like? Non-Venomous Bites Most of the spiders found in the North Providence area can't produce...
Why It’s Important To Look After Your Skin
Happy Wednesday, everyone! I like to change things up now and then, and discussing skincare and makeup is something I enjoy. Why It's Important to Look After Your Skin is even more critical now that I’m in my 50s; it’s never too early to start a skincare routine. This post is in collaboration with FatJoe Publishing, a company I have been working with over the past year. If you have been reading my blog for a while, you may have come across some of the posts we've written together, as well...
Fried Philly Ribeye Steak Wraps
Happy Wednesday, everyone! I haven’t posted a recipe in a while, and these Fried Philly Ribeye Steak Wraps are incredibly filling and delicious. Fill an egg roll wrapper with juicy slices of ribeye, cream cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, sautéed green onions, portobello mushrooms, and sweet onions, and fry in a pan. Why You’ll Love These Steak Wraps If you crave the taste of a Philly cheesesteak with the golden crunch of the egg roll wrapper, this recipe is for you. Shareable,...
Pet Cloning: What Is It And How Does It Work?
Happy Wednesday, everyone! Pet Cloning…What is it, and how does it work? I recently found an article in Modern Dog Magazine, “Meet Mella, The Cloned Winery Dog,” about how a California winery spent $50,000 cloning their dog. Before reading the article, I had two questions: what is my opinion going to be after reading the article, and what is a winery dog? First, I know I would never do this, but having a winery dog (and a winery) would be fun! These two have a routine; they let me know if...