A miscellany of thoughts about dogs, cats, writing, life in the Ozarks, & occasional book reviews
Some helpful links from the American Veterinary Medical Association as we plunge into the festive season: Decorating, food, guests, travel & more: Winter holiday pet safety Handy infographic of risks to pets: Holiday pet DON'TS Last-minute shopper? Check out Healthy holiday gifts for pets *** On behalf of Sasha, Buddy The Wonder Cat, & all of …
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Virtual Book Tour by Author Joy Ann Ribar November 13-24, 2023 As a retired college professor, I welcome new additions to the field of academic mysteries. This cozy mystery adds to the genre with a main character whose esoteric field of study offers a new aspect to sleuthing. In contrast to the generic college professor often …
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Buddy The Wonder Cat here. You’re probably wondering what I’m doing on a website that’s usually all about dogs. It was Mama’s idea; I was just sitting on our desk helping her work and she told me I was in the way. Now if you’ve ever lived with a cat, you know we never get …
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Here in the United States, July 4th celebrations are fast approaching. That means picnics, parades, and pyrotechnic displays in a non-stop celebration over the next four days. As a kid, I loved fireworks celebrations. Loved the colors, the artistry, and the music that often accompanied the big events. I still enjoy the celebrations, although my …
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Happy 12th birthday to Buddy the Wonder Cat! It's been an adventure sharing a home with this cat, who wandered into our lives as a two-pound, 10-week-old kitten. In the years since he's proven to be an easy-going companion, but every now and then he gets a bit wild, reminding me that all domestic cats …