Thanks to Miss Sandee at Comedy Plus for hosting Happy Tuesday Blog Hop!
We often think about our big (angel) brother, Riley. Today, Mom saw his harness still hanging next to the door, beneath a safety jacket for walking in the dark. So we wanted to share a couple of pictures of him with happy memories. It is from 5 years ago today.
And another smile from almost 7 years ago: Lucy: Hey Xena, do you remember when you and Riley had the bed war? You took his bed, so…
…he took yours!
Xena: Yep, those were fun times (I think I won that particular battle, BOL!)
Wishing everyone lots of happy times to make into happy memories!
Lucy, Ace Reporter, here to tell you about two of Brother Andrew’s collection of Ty Beanie Babies, who are leaving us (for the great unknown). He was cleaning out his stuff from the attic, and decided to sell all his T.B.B…except for the ones who were damaged. Here are April and September to tell you their own stories.
Hi new friends. When we got rescued from a box in the attic, we thought, “Great! now we can have some fun!” But, somehow, in a way neither of us can remember, we were “damaged goods.” So instead of selling us, Andrew gave us to his favorite pup, Chia. We had no idea…no idea…we thought it would be all fun and games with this talkative, very active dog. Then the chewing started.
I’m innocent, your honor!
September: Yeah, as innocent as a crocodile in a fresh water fish pond. April: It didn’t hurt much. But our guts started to fall out. September: The little beads were all over the floor. April: Then the Mom saw what was happening. September: She said, “You finished them off, Chia. Now they have to leave before you eat their guts.”
April and September: Ever since that we’ve been sitting here in front of the Minties the dogs eat. September: I wonder if we’re next, after the Minties are gone. April: No, we’re going to the final resting place. September: *gasp* No! Not the…not the… April: Yes. The garbage can.
Lucy: You’ve heard it in their own words, friends. Goodbye, April and September. Lucy, Ace Reporter, signing off and wishing everyone (except these Ty babies) a great weekend!
Xena: I’m thankful for Angel Brian, who is hosting Thankful Thursday, as well as Angel Sammy for the picture every week. Let’s see what Angel Sammy has in store for us today. Oh, and you’ll notice I hopped into the picture! *wags*
A Midnight Rendezvous by Xena
In the middle of the night When open fridge lights are so bright I awoke from a deep sleep And in the kitchen I did creep.
I found two cats…not one, yes, two. They glanced at me, said, “How d’ya do.” I growled and said better than you. Ignoring me, they found the stew.
You can’t reach it, I barked with doubt. Get outa my house, get out, get out! “We can with your help,” they mewed. Then we’ll share this yummy food.
Mommy never understood Why the pan no more had food. I’ll ne’er tell how now I’ve got Two cats whose friendship I bought!
The End
Chia: You befriended cats? And let them eat our food? Xena: *sigh* It’s just a made-up poem, Chia. Maybe that’s something you can be thankful for today. Chia: Uh, sure. And I’m thankful I’m not walking in clouds and seeing rainbows and butterflies like I did last Sunday. I even let Mom cut and dremmel my nails while Miss Jentry held me. Wow, that was some trip. Lucy: Sunday was a nice day. You were so mellow, Chia. I wish you could be more like that more of the time. I’m thankful for the pills that make you like that. Chia: Pills? I didn’t take any pills. Just an extra bite of ground beef…ohhhhh.
Thanks to Miss Sandee at Comedy Plus for hosting Happy Tuesday Blog Hop!
Hello! Ace Reporter Lucy here with a new groom for your reading and viewing pleasure. Today I would like to share with you an amazing transformation of a shih tzu who only gets groomed two times a year.
Coco is a very nice and good girl. She came to us looking like this.
Groomer Mom needed to wash her first, but knew that she’d never get all those mats dry enough to shave if she did. So she got started and, made good progress. Here is Coco with most of the shaving part done. Lots of hair had already hit the waste basket.
G. Mom would have never gotten through this without Coco’s cooperation. She seemed to know G. Mom was trying to help her. Finally, after everything was off or trimmed and bathed and dry, Coco was like a new pup.
Just look at those beautiful big eyes! Groomer Mom had a talk with Coco’s Mom about bringing her more often. We kind of doubt that’s going to happen, though.
Lucy, Ace Reporter, signing off with another successful groom.
Xena: I’m thankful for Angel Brian, who is hosting Thankful Thursday, as well as Angel Sammy for the picture every week. Let’s see what Angel Sammy has in store for us today. Oh, and you’ll notice I hopped into the picture! *wags*
My Ride Homeby Xena
Who planned these houses anyway? I ’bout slipped off my uber ride. Dang, I guess they’re here to stay. I’ll dig a tunnel to inside.
Chia: Wait, Xeboo, I’ll help you dig! Xena: Don’t call me Xeboo. *sigh* It’s just a story, Chiboo. Chia: Chiboo, BOL, BOL, BOL *rolling on back*
Lucy: Once again, I’ll get the thankfuls going while “the littles” work this out. I’m thankful I got a nice bath. It made my furs shine again, just like my Hebrew name, Ora, that means light or shiny. I even got a certificate saying so at my Barkmitzvah.
That was about five years ago (October 2020). If you missed it, you can read about it here.
And I’m thankful that at 9 1/2 years old, I’ve never been sick or injured. I sure do hope that continues. I think I’m most thankful for my wonderful home. I love that Mom has been taking me to the church where she works. I’m always a good girl now and almost everyone who comes in pets me and talks sweet to me. I love all our new neighbor kids, too. Just think, I’ve never been a “kid” dog until now!
Wishing everyone a rest of the week full of light. Lucy
Happy Sunday, friends. Today, I, Xena, have been persuaded to let someone in our neighborhood do the selfie today. The cat next door came over and said, “Hey, I hear this is Selfie Sunday, and no one in my house has a blog. A little help, here?” So, cause I like the kids that live there, I said, “OK,” adding, “Just this once.” Uh, he told me his name, but I don’t remember it. I do know a few things about him, though.
He’s very friendly.
He comes over a lot to get petted.
He used to be a farm cat.
He often shows up when someone brings their dog to be groomed. Then, Mommy has to go outside and hold onto him when they drive away so he doesn’t get run over.
Here’s his picture. Maybe since I did this for him, he won’t hurt me if I get close to him…
Xena: I’m thankful for Angel Brian, who is hosting Thankful Thursday, as well as Angel Sammy for the picture every week. Let’s see what Angel Sammy has in store for us today. Oh, and you’ll notice I hopped into the picture! *wags*
The Guestby Xena
You brought home a guest without asking me? Just how stupid can you possibly be? The sand’s not been raked, a bed not been made. Nor the pool cleaned out, in which she would bathe.
I’m sorry, sweetheart, her Air B&B cancelled. I saw her there, all lost and dismantled. Let’s get known for our hospitality; I’ll help you get ready so she is happy.
Then we can offer our home for a profit. Where more can come and pay out-of-pocket. We won’t charge her, she’ll give great reviews! It’ll cover the cost for our ocean front views!!
The End
Chia: You’ve been listening to Mom and Dad trying to plan their September vacation, haven’t you Xeboo? Xena: I’ve told you to stop calling me that? *sigh* Yes, I have, and we’re not going to get to go with them. Chia: With any luck, brother Adam and my Jentry will stay with us!! Xena: I was asked to go on vacation with our folks, but I might get really afraid way up high on an airplane, so I’ll stay here. *pause* Chia: Liar! Hey, wanna play? Lucy: Well, I guess I’ll be doing the thankfuls this week. First, I’m thankful that Chia’s been on some herbals to help her settle down a bit and stop attacking me. I think she might be playing at first, but then she gets all stiff and serious. I hate to have to put her on her back to make her stop. I’m also thankful that all the bad storms with all that awful thunder has stopped. And I’m thankful I get to sleep in the big bed with my folks and sisters. I’m really thankful for the new family that moved in next door with all the kids who love me and let me lick in their ears. More about that another time. *big wags*
Xena: *while running after Chia* Thanks for joining us and we’ll see ya next time.
Chia: I’m thankful for Angel Brian, who is hosting Thankful Thursday, as well as Angel Sammy for the picture every week. Let’s see what Angel Sammy has in store for us today. Oh, and you’ll notice I hopped into the picture! *whole body wags*
You Can’t Have “Be Mine”by Chia
I’m hiding out here from a schnauzer named Xena. She thinks she’s a princess and maybe a queena. Just me and my doxie, too pretty for words; Up here we both sit amongst wet pigeon turds.
My Bro Drew lives here with all of his stuff E’en though it’s too much he thinks “Never enuf!” And so it flows over and out and around Until none of his dumb things can ever be found.
Scaredy cat Xena won’t climb up this high To steal my dear doxie and then justify Her actions by saying I steal her stuffed toy. Heck, it’s just a schnauzer that gives her no joy.
What’s that I hear? It’s the dinner bell! It’s Mom who is calling, do you hear her yell, “Come home my dear jackshund, bring your brother too. You’ve got a new stuffie and fresh rabbit stew.”
The End
Xena: I don’t like your poem. I changed my mind. I want to do the poem this week. Chia: Too late! Everyone’s read it and you’ll look like a dork if you do that. Xena: *Trots into bedroom with a determined look on her face*
Lucy: Never mind her, Chia. It was a good poem and full of truth, too, BOL!
Chia: Yep. That’s why she didn’t like it. So whatcha got to be thankful for today, Lucy? Lucy: I’m thankful I’m allowed to sleep in the big bed, especially with all the storms last week and this week, too.
Xena, returning from bedroom with a picture: I am thankful that I went to work with my Mommy on Monday. I greeted a lot of people (who all liked me) and I worked really hard. When Miss Nancy finally got out of my chair, I hopped up and took a well-deserved nap.
Well, that’s all for today, folks. I hope Chia’s learned that she can’t be dissin’ me. I gotta go now and chase her through the house. XOX Xena
Today I want to pay tribute to the terrible loss of one of our regular and favorite pups, sweet little Griffin. Here is what his loving Mom wrote to Groomer Mom.
” …I wanted to let you know, Griffin ran off scared during the [thunder] storm Friday morning and he did not survive. 😔I wanted to let you know why I won’t be reaching back out and thank you for taking care of my baby. He loved going to see Ms. Amy [Groomer Mom].”
Rest in peace, dear Griffin..
You can’t really tell from this picture, but8-year-old Griff was teeny, much smaller than my sis, Xena. He started coming to Groomer Mom in January of 2021 because his then-groomer closed because of COVID. He’s been coming to Small Dog Grooming ever since. And last month when he was here, it was the first time he let G.M. cut his nails without someone having to hold him. If you’d like to read a little more about Griffin, you can follow this link.
Lots of the time when my Mommy is sitting out on the front porch, I love to sniff all over the yard and roll in good smells and sometimes chase a bird or two.
But, sometimes, I just like to lay there near her, as you can see in this picture from last fall.
This year, the week before Easter, my Daddy went up to Indy Anna to visit his Mommy and the rest of his family. Here is the picture he sent to Mommy to prove he was there. Or maybe just so she could see him and his Mommy.
The weather was pretty all week, both there and here at home. So Mommy and me, we spent a lot of time outside when she we weren’t at work.
I got to thinking. What if Daddy never came back? What if I didn’t have him anymore… Maybe I should start sharing my love with him as much as I do with my Mommy. Yep, that’s what I’m gonna start doing.
I decided to wait right there on the porch for him until he got home, or until it was supper time…whichever came first. And that’s just what I did until dinner was served about 15 long minutes later.
Now, I don’t sleep on the other side of Mommy during the night. I sleep right between them both, with my head on one of their pillows or sometimes on my little pillow. That way Daddy knows I love him, too. (Mommy still always makes sure I’m covered up good so I don’t get cold.) I do hope Daddy knows I love him tons and tons.
We’re thankful for Angel Brian, who is hosting Thankful Thursday, as well as Angel Sammy for the picture every week. Let’s see what Angel Sammy has in store for us today. Oh, and you’ll notice I, Xena, hopped into the picture!
No Dogs Allowed by Xena the Schnauzer
I work at a place where the big boss says, “No.” “No dogs allowed, nor cats, goats or pigs.” But I got hired, you know, by a goat in a wig Who said, “Don’t you worry, just go with the flow.”
Big Boss walked by while I was eating my lunch. His eyes ’bout popped out as he yelled, “Out, you, get out!” I made my eyes big and gave him my best pout. “Don’t be mad” I whined, ” I was just having brunch.”
“Out! Out!” he kept shouting and waving his hoof. “You’re eating my cousin or Great Uncle Dorn. “ When he lowered his head and showed me his horns I ran for the door without even a woof.
The goat, still disguised, knew this would happen So he’d set me up far away from the bull, With two ‘puter’s, paw cleanser, TP and desk full. I just need more beef liver with a real stiff Manhattan!
The end.
Chia: *rolling on ground* That’s the funniest poem I’ve ever read, Xeboo. Oh, and hey, Gracie’s here! I’m thankful for another chance to try to get her to be my friend and play with me!!
“Gracie”
Lucy: I’m also thankful for Gracie, and I’m thankful I got to go to work with Mom today. I’ll get to visit with Gracie when I get home. Oh, and I’m also thankful that the cat that attacked me yesterday didn’t hurt me worse, like scratch my eye. Instead, she bit the bottom of my ear and it bled and bled and bled. Mommy finally got it to stop bleeding but it still hurt. I didn’t know she had a teeny tiny kitten nearby or I would have stayed away.
Xena: I was there and saw it happen, Lucy. I’m sorry for you, and I’m thankful it wasn’t me. You didn’t even scream like I would have!! I’m also thankful that I get to sleep every night between Mommy and Daddy. I sleep with my head on one of their pillows and the covers up over me to keep me warm. Oh, and we’re all very grateful that Daddy bought Mommy a nice professional Dell laptop ‘puter after her last one died. We left her old one with the ‘puter repair folks. I wonder if they buried it…
We guess that’s it for today. Wishing everyone a great Thursday and weekend.
As a theater star I put my paw down about one thing….
When I visualized being Toto in the Wizard of Oz, it did NOT include being trampled by moving trees!
I won’t do it!
ORIGNINALLY PUBLISHED ON I keep adding things to my part as Toto, as the audience notices and responds. If they don’t respond, I never do it again. I have, however, decided to leave one thing out. Mom has finally stopped trying to make me do it, because I am not going to do it anymore. Period. End of discussion. Those trees scare me. They walk around and dance and act entirely not like trees. They got in my way as I (sort of) skipped with Dorothy and the Lion and the Tin Man and the Scarecrow across the stage. It is the third time I sort of skip down the proverbial yellow brick road during the play. The first two times went fine. Then, that third time, those trees, oh those nasty moving trees, got in my way and it scared me! I thought they were going to trample me! I will not go on the stage again when they are there. Not for treats. Not for applause. Not for love or fame. Absolutely, positively not.
I’m thankful for Angel Brian, who is hosting Thankful Thursday, as well as Angel Sammy for the picture every week. Let’s see what Angel Sammy has in store for us today (with me added in for effect!).
Teddy and Xenaby Xena
Teddy: OMC! OMD! A dog’s in my blog! With those eyes and that beard You’ve got me real scared!
Xena: I’ve been sent by my Mom To come play and have fun. I’m not a mean terrier; Just Xena Schnauzer Warrior.
Please don’t be afraid. Let’s go hit the arcade! Or we could chase critters Or dine on pork fritters.
Whatever we do I’ll defer to you You’re my new friend From now ’til the end.
Lucy: Bravo, Xena! It’s great to make new friends. We know that Teddy’s already our friend, so what a great poem. I’m thankful to have a sister like you. Chia: Are you thankful to have a sister like me? Lucy: Uh, I’m thankful for my sister. Chia: Yay! You love me!!
Mom Amy: I also have a thankful or two. In the last two weeks, Jeff and I have gone to two big dances. One was a seven hour drive to Indianapolis. There was a live band and a huge dance floor in an amazing ballroom called the Rooftop. We even made some new dance friends with whom we sat at a front table. The other dance was much closer on Lookout Mountain, GA. After enjoying a delicious dinner, we danced to the music of Sweet Georgia Sound on another big dance floor. Jeff usually plays in that band…but he knows how to keep peace in our marriage. Which leads me to my next thankful….I’m most of all thankful for my husband, Jeff. He and I met 24 years ago while ballroom dancing and we still keep that spark alive in our marriage.
It’s happy Tuesday and we are here to show you something that makes all three of us very happy…our supper! Oh, and thanks to Miss Sandee at Comedy Plus for hosting Happy Tuesday Blog Hop!
Lucy: It’s said a picture’s worth a thousand words, so here you go…
I got chicken wings and strawberries and orange pieces and spaghetti squash (no wonder Mom and Dad like spaghetti!). There’s also our green tripe with organs and bone ground into it. I also got some of the Ollie’s brand gently cooked fresh beef with sweet potatoes, peas, spinach, and chickpeas.
Chia: Me too! I got all that too! *whole body wags* It takes me longer to chew up my chicken wing than it does Lucy. But everyone respects that and they leave me alone. Except for Mom who stands there and watches. Hmm, I wonder if she’s wanting some?
Xena: My supper is special cause I’m the Princess.
I never get any yucky chicken. Instead, I got Ollie’s gently cooked FRESH TURKEY with blueberries, kale, butternut squash, and spinach! And I also got the delicious green tripe mix, oranges, strawberries and spaghetti squash!
I got this far and now I’m stuck; It’s all ’cause of this stupid schmuck. He has a treat in his pocket; If he falls then I’ll eat it.
Lucy: I read your poem, Chia….I still love you. Chia: ‘Cause I’m such a good poet? Lucy: No. But I am thankful that you’re not really on that table. And I’m thankful I got so many pats and scritches and sweet talk from the Al Anon folks yesterday! Xena: I’m thankful I get to go to work with Mommy today. And I’m thankful I get to cuddle up with her under the bed covers every night. I love my Mommy and she loves me (best)! Chia: I’m thankful for the nice weather and more walks! And I’m ignoring your (best) comment. (grrrr) Oh, and I almost forgot…big thanks and tail wags to Angel Brian, who is hosting Thankful Thursday, as well as Angel Sammy for the picture every week.
Me and Mommy were in the car on the way home from work. We were parked outside the allergy shot office waiting on Daddy after he got his allergy shot. They make him stay there for 30 minutes to make sure he doesn’t have something called a “bad reaction.” Oh, and Mommy and Daddy ride in towork together twice a week. His work place is on the way to our work place. That’s why he was with us. OK, here’s my selfie.
I’m hoping to see the Easter bunny in a coupla weeks and get lots of non-chocolate goodies! I thought maybe if I did an Easter-themed selfie it would make the bunny come a little sooner. Lots of love to everyone and tail wags. (See, Mommy, what a good girl I am?)
Xena: Mommy gets these “informative” emails. She says they’re pretty interesting. She let us see one she got not long ago. It was History Facts and was called “The Roman Emperor Caligula declared war on the sea.” That immediately reminded me and Lucy of someone in power in our country.
That was kinda scary…so we huddled closer…on Mommy.
Chia: I’m thankful for Angel Brian, who is hosting Thankful Thursday, as well as Angel Sammy for the picture every week. Let’s see what Angel Sammy has in store for us today. Oh, and you’ll notice I hopped into the picture! *whole body wags*
CHIA JUNIOR by Chia
No, no, Chia Junior, you want people to think You’re just a sweet baby. Then in less than a blink You can get what you’re after with no suspicion. The fridge will be empty but for one lone onion.
Stop wiggling those ears that belong on an elf. Stop spraying the house with your small baby self Stop coloring the walls! Make each naughty count To get what you want; no, it won’t help to pout.
Now fetch me a steak. It’s best done bloody rare. And while you’re at it comb down that crazy hair. We can chew on a bone or play tug o’ war. Then, when no one is watching we’ll run off and explore! The End
Xena: Wow, Chia, I sure hope that was all just made up. You wouldn’t really do all that stuff with a baby, would you? Chia: Of course not! What do you thing I am, a baby advisor? I don’t even like little kids. *whispering* They’re scary. Xena: Whew, you had me worried there for a minute. *whispering* Little kids are scary
Chia: Time for thankfuls! Mom and Dad are going to Indy Anna this weekend to that huge ballroom. They have a big band and everything! My Andrew will be staying with us, woohoo! I’ll get to sleep in his bed and cuddle up with him. Oh, and I’m also thankful that I wasn’t told to go to my kennel even one time this week! Lucy: I’m thankful that you didn’t try to do anything to me that caused Mom to make you go to your kennel this week! I’m also thankful that although we had a lot of wind, we also had a lot of sunshine. I love to lay in the sun. Mom Amy: I’m thankful, Lucy, that you were an extra special good girl this week. You asked to go out, so I let you out front. You know, so you don’t start eating pebbles or anything else from the dog lot. I didn’t know there was a cat standing in the road in front of our house until saw you stiffen. But you immediately turned around and came back in when I asked you to. Xena: I’m still thankful I get to go to the church. But Mom’s gotta remember to bring more treats!
Chia: Well, that’s it for this Thankful Thursday, friends. Hoping everyone has a great rest of the week. I will!!
I'm Dalton, a Rat terrier mix and I came here in Sept, 2017, I was rescued from Hurricane Harvey. My birthday is 8-20-2016. My Gotcha Day is 8-27-2017. And I am Benji, a terrier mix of unknown origin. MY Birthday is June 6, 2018, and my Gotcha Day is Dec 28, 2018. I also was a rescue from a different part of Texas. We also have Angel MrJackFreckles, (2-5-2018); and also we have Angel Minko, (6-18-2017); and Angel Pipo, (11-3-2020);There are also Angels Groucho, Simba, Suki, & Toki. We meezers used to be known as WeBeesSiameezers. We'e all from Michigan, Dalton and Benji both came here from Texas, as rescues..
Xena Schnauzer Warrior Princess with Lucy and Chia 