Disappointment was etched across Carl’s face as he watched the labradoodle walk obediently past him without even a glance. It was clear that he didn’t understand why this dog could look straight ahead and prance by without a hint of recognition. Being such a little dog and possessing such a strong Napoleon complex, Carl’s disappointmentContinue reading “Slipping Through the Backdoor”
Author Archives: Cora Darrah
Oblivious to the Danger
Just yesterday, Carl got out once more and was found in the middle of the street. I couldn’t watch as the cars whizzed by and my neighbor went out and retrieved him. He was totally oblivious to the danger he was in and how frightening the experience was for me and the other onlookers thatContinue reading “Oblivious to the Danger”
Through Humble Eyes
Just recently, I have seen a change in Carl’s demeanor that has truly touched my heart. Instead of jumping up on my grandchildren, he has begun to lay down on the ground so that these little people can pet and snuggle close to him. He also has demonstrated this humble stance when we have visitedContinue reading “Through Humble Eyes”
How to Raise the Dead
I have come to believe that Carl has the ability to raise the dead. Of course not literally but figuratively. I have been in the midst of a comatose state and sure enough Carl’s howl has awakened me more times than I want to count. In some cases, I have been thankful for thisContinue reading “How to Raise the Dead”
The Recipe for a Miracle
Carl is sleeping quietly. This morning he has already declared his presence by waking me up with a piercing howl before there was light in the sky. It would be easy for me to make a racket and keep him awake but he looks so peaceful as he lays next to Bee. Sometimes when IContinue reading “The Recipe for a Miracle”
To Belong
To belong. A quest that all of us humans pursue throughout our lives. Since bringing Carl into our home about 18 months ago, he has wanted to know that this is where he belongs. Our little French Bull dog has tried so hard to fit in but even after so long, I still don’t thinkContinue reading “To Belong”
The Skin I’m In
I still just don’t understand why Carl feels insecure and envious of Bee. Carl has a beautiful coat and he is larger and more dominant than Bee. So why is it that whenever Bee comes close for attention, Carl is right there to push her away or even nip at her? It doesn’t matter howContinue reading “The Skin I’m In”
The Waiting Room of Life
Carl spends a lot of his waking hours waiting. On any given day, you can find him waiting for someone to come home or for someone to put those wonderful morsels of food in his dish and lower it to the floor. No matter what he is waiting for, he doesn’t like it one bit.Continue reading “The Waiting Room of Life”
Blessings From Heaven
Taking Carl and Bee out for a walk can always be an adventure. Bee usually walks straight in front of me but Carl loves to swagger from side to side. He enjoys veering into yards to take a bite of dandelions or just sniff something that us humans would be repulsed by. No matter theContinue reading “Blessings From Heaven”
Scattered Blessings
It almost looks like Carl is praying. I know that dogs can’t pray but if he could, I am sure he would ask God for us to stay home more and not leave him alone. Ever since we picked him up from the doggy resort, Carl has been very clingy. When left for a coupleContinue reading “Scattered Blessings”