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Progress!

Ray’s walks being limited by Carol’s current ability has been a concern although, given our high temps/high humidity recent weather, I don’t think that Ray is particularly bothered. Given the choice between going for walk in a fur coat at around 35C and 70% humidity, or napping in front of an air vent with continuous cool air coming out of it….. yes I think that I can understand his position! Continue reading →

Poor Ray!

Carol’s mobility issues, and Ray’s dedication to protecting her, is of course interfering with his walks. Continue reading →

Dogs and Litter Trays?

Ray has constantly amused and entertained me; perplexed and puzzled me; charmed and challenged me… with his pooping habits! Continue reading →

One small step…….!

Yesterday started off with a very slightly cooler temperature so I harnessed and leashed Ray and went to our front door. He followed me! Continue reading →

Enlightened… yet again!

I have noted on a number of Posts about Ray’s unfortunate habit of going up to somebody he knows, and suddenly going through his lunge and bark routine. Continue reading →

Joie de vivre!

“Joie de vivre” – literally the “joy of life”.

A “joie de vivre” is sometimes noticed in people but, all too often, they are so caught up in their personal challenges that “joie de vivre” would be extremely inaccurate. How many people do you expect to meet (or did you meet) today who are just overflowing with life? Perhaps one? Maybe none! Continue reading →

Another Plan!

We are in a difficult situation with Ray at the present. He has severe separation anxiety, and most of you know the history of us dealing with that! Continue reading →

A second cup of coffee!

This morning, my usual 5:00am routine of getting up; having breakfast; going downstairs (basement) to work on railway stuff until around 7:00-8:00am was not meant to be! As I was getting my 5:00am breakfast, Ray was standing next to me. Continue reading →