Carl has continued to let us know that he doesn’t like it one bit when we leave home. It seems to be a form of separation anxiety that is causing us to leave him outside while we are away. I spoke to the veterinarian the other day and she suggested we purchase a special kindContinue reading “God’s Intentional Love”
Author Archives: Cora Darrah
Storms In Our Lives
Carl has done it again. His separation anxiety continues to be clearly displayed. This time, Jay’s new recliner was attacked and the chair lost. Because Carl cannot be trusted in the house when we are away, he and Bee have been banned to the porch and back yard. If they want to come in, theyContinue reading “Storms In Our Lives”
Dropped Blankets
I can hear the hum of the washing machine and the soft sound of the refrigerator. Other than these familiar noises, all is quiet. Carl and Bee have finally settled down after a rough housing episode that included Carl holding onto the blanket that Bee was sleeping on and dragging her across the floor. WithContinue reading “Dropped Blankets”
Carl’s Wet Paws
Fall has arrived, and with it, leaves and pine needles litter the yard. Along with the leaves, mud puddles from recent rainfall have formed. The temperature is cool and there is a dampness that has settled in. Carl cautiously heads outside to explore this change of season. It’s clear that he doesn’t like the feelingContinue reading “Carl’s Wet Paws”
The Love of the Father
Carl and Bee are resting peacefully in front of the fire. Their smashed faces that mark French Bull dogs almost touch. Bee begins to wheeze due to the dry heat and Carl stirs. His head tilts to the side so that he can catch a glimpse of his companion, checking to see if she isContinue reading “The Love of the Father”
He Calls Me By Name
Recently, Carl has been removing my pillows from the coach and curling up his little body for a midday nap. I could be upset about the demise of the pillow or I could be grateful that he hasn’t destroyed it. On the other hand, the screen on the porch has been torn to shreds andContinue reading “He Calls Me By Name”
A Certain Kind of Laziness
There is a laziness settling in all around us. Cold temperatures have recently dropped down into the 30’s and a chilling sensation has crept in. For the first time all year, the switch has been flipped and the gas fire place produces an inviting warmth throughout the house. Carl and Bee lay lethargic on theirContinue reading “A Certain Kind of Laziness”
Wired Barriers
I have been extremely busy lately and been unable to blog, but this in no way means that Carl has been hanging out and being a good boy. On the contrary, he has taken up a new antic of tearing up the screen on the back porch. What started as making a small hole hereContinue reading “Wired Barriers”
The Value of a Dog
Jay had been out in the garage working as I was just getting dressed after taking a shower. I could tell by the expression on his face as he looked around the corner that he was anxious about something. Then the words rushed from his mouth. “Have you seen Carl?” “No. As you can see,Continue reading “The Value of a Dog”
Faith is a Funny Thing
He did it again. Once again, we woke up to a puddle of pee on the mat in the kitchen. Carl is almost a year old and doesn’t want to go out in the rain to urinate so he relieves himself inside where he can be nice and dry. For the last couple of monthsContinue reading “Faith is a Funny Thing”