Tag: Thankful Thursday

Chia’s Crazy Cat Poem and Thankfuls

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Xena: We’re all thankful for Angel Brian, who is hosting Thankful Thursday, as well as Angel Sammy for the picture every week! Chia’s been a bit upset about our company (even though she’s laying on the couch with Oliver right now) so I thought it might help to let her do the poem this week. She really loves to do that. OK, Chia, you go ahead.

Chia: You did take the last Thursday of my birthday month away from me, Xena, so it’s good I’m getting this week’s.

Loony by Chia the Jacksund

He’s wearing a chef’s hat
And is loony as a bat.
He’s working for a vet
Don’t ever take your pet!

He’s got mechanic’s tools;
All your teeth he could pull.
The vet’s been M.I.A.
No one saw her drive away…

Someone check the freezer!
A body may be in there.
The hat tells the real story.
He”d rather cook than bury!

The End

Hope my poem didn’t make you puke or faint or anything. It’s just kinda the mood I’m in. Mom keeps saying Ollie and I could be play pals if I’d just try. (His name’s Oliver, but I call him Ollie cause it irritates him.) Instead, I look at Ollie and show him my teeth. He looks back and shows me his teeth. We sit like that for a minute or two, then, when I feel I’ve made my point, I get off the couch and walk away.

Xena: I’ve given up. I just ignore them now. They’ve been here five nights and days. Maybe they’re just gonna live here.

Lucy: No, it’s like when our shih tzu friend Gracie comes to visit. Sasha and Oliver’s Mom went on vacation, so our Mom said she’d keep them. I think Sasha and I will get to be friends. I’m always thankful for new friends. And I’m thankful that the weather has cooled off enough we can go for walks when Mom gets home from work.
Xena: Me too. And I’m thankful I got to spend the day at the church with Mommy without any other dogs, even if she did forget to bring my treats.
Chia: I’ll be thankful when Ollie and his big sister leave. Hey, see y’all later. We’re all going to cuddle up on the couch for a nap now.

A Poetic Bear Camp Adventure with Xena

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We’re all thankful for Angel Brian, who is hosting Thankful Thursday, as well as Angel Sammy for the picture every week! I confered with my Mommy before jumping into this picture. She didn’t think it was very safe getting that close to a bear. I promised to run really fast and then jump right back out! Here I go!

Bear Camp by Xena

“You awake, Momma B.?” Daddy Bear asked.
Come out from the covers, in the sun let’s both bask.
“I brought you some trout, I caught them myself.
We’ll eat then lay down again all by ourselves.” *wink*

“I’m not your Mama B!” the young lady gasped!
Your tent’s one more over,” the blanket she clasped.
“Get outa my tent, you big furry beast!
“And once I’m clothed I will join your trout feast!”

The end

Chia: That bear shoulda know better. The tent’s two small for two adult brown bears. I hope those brown bears didn’t eat that stupid lady.
Xena: Of course they didn’t. No one got hurt in the making of my poem. Do you have anything to be thankful about, or are you too busy commenting about my poem. I know you’ve been doing them all of July.

Chia: I”m excited we’re gonna have new friends come stay with us. Maybe they’ll play with me. And I know we’re all excited about Miss Christy coming to stay with next month when Mom and Dad go to a dance camp a hundred thousand miles away.

Lucy: I can’t wait to see Miss Christy, too! I’m also thankful and excited about Sasha coming to stay with us. She’s a boxer like my BFF Ella was. I sure do miss Ella since she crossed over the Bridge.Chia: Your boyfriend Achilles has gone over…
Xena: *interupting Chia* So Lucy, do you think the pom, Oliver, will play with us? *whispering to Chia* No one’s told Lucy.
Lucy: Told me what?
Xena: Uh, geez, I don’t remember *paws crossed and changing subject* Chia, what are you thankful for?
Chia: Hmmm. I’m thankful for both my sisters and that no one else has gone over the Rainbow Bridge.

Xena: I think we’ll wrap this up for today. Everyone have a good weekend with lots of time with your peeps.


Chia’s Final July Poetic Thankful Thursday

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Let’s start off again with being thankful for Angel Brian, who is hosting Thankful Thursday, as well as Angel Sammy for the picture every week! This was another fun photo that I took the liberty of jumping into, and here’s my poem to go with it.

Sneaking Jacksund by Chia

Tommy thought the shoes were fun.
“Sneakers,” they’re called, for a silent run.
Who was Tommy’s victim to be?
One thing for sure, it won’t be me!

Instead, I snuck up from behind,
Quiet as our mouse (who we still can’t find).
I shouted, “Boo!” Tom lost a shoe,
Then ran real fast to take a poo!
The End.

Xena: BOL, BOL, that was a fun one, Chia. And just think, this is your last poem for your birthday month. I’ve had a restful break and will be taking over again next week. I’m thankful for my early morning walks that we take before me and Mommy go to work. It’s not exactly cool at 6:30 in the morning, but not so hot, either, that I overheat.

Lucy: I love our early morning walks too. And Xena, did you hear Mom talking about meeting up with a couple of the neighborhood dogs at a different neighbor’s house. They’re going to come stay with us for a week and we’re supposed to “get acquainted” on what Mom called “neutral territory.” I think that means not in either of our yards. Instead, another neighbor with a fenced yard is letting us all come there.

Xena: Huh. Not sure about that. How does Mommy know all these people anyhow?

Lucy: She grooms Miss Susan and Miss Nicole’s dogs. And I think we’re in for a lecture about being nice to Miss Susan’s dogs, Sasha the Boxer and Oliver the Pomeranian. As long as no one tries to stick their noses in my butt, I’ll be nice.
Xena: I’ll work on ignoring them. They just need to understand that I’m in charge around here.

Chia: And with that, friends, we’re signing off until next time. *wiggles and wags*

Owl Delivery: A Poetic Adventure with Chia

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Chia: It’s still my birthday month, woohoo! And Xena’s still lookin’ the other way (for real!) when I grab the picture for the Thursday poetry. So let’s start off with being thankful for Angel Brian, who is hosting Thankful Thursday, as well as Angel Sammy for the picture every week! Here we go!

Owl Delivery Plus by Chia

Mom! Owl Delivery you called is here.
He says he’ll catch that mouse we fear.
Miss Mousie’s smart, but so is Owl.
He said he’ll need a grooming towel.

“A grooming towel?” my Mom replied.
“Well, let him in with his supplies!
Let’s see what Mr. Owl can do.
It can’t be any worse than you.”

I hung my head, opened the door.
Owl flew onto the entry floor.
Mousie ran out and down the walk
Then got grabbed up by a big hawk.

The towel’s to wipe the sidewalk clean;
Here’s the terms on which we agreed.
Thanks little Chia for today.
If you’d caught Mouse I’d not got paid.

The End

Chia: OK, so it wasn’t so much a delivery as a service call. But that’s what I meant by “PLUS” in the title! Hmmm, wondering if Owl Delivery Plus really did come to our house. We haven’t seen hide nor poop from Mousy in a few days. Mommy read that mice can’t resist peanut butter, so she baited her new trap and all her old traps with Kroger cheap brand PB. Maybe Mousy likes the more expensive stuff and moved to a fancier house… hey, Xena, what do you have to be thankful for today?

Xena: I’m thankful I got to go to work with Mommy three times this week and *whispers* you didn’t get to go at all.
Chia: Why do you think I can’t hear you when you whisper? I’ve got dog ears, too, you know.
Xena: Oh, well, uh, I meant, you might run outside onto the busy road and get run over by a car. I, on the other hand, am well behaved and never do that kind of thing. I don’t pull on the leash, either, which is why I got to go for a walk with Mommy early this morning and you got put out in the dog lot by yourself.
Chia: Grrrr. I just have more spirit than you!
Lucy: Girls, this is supposed to be Thankful Thursday, not Snide Saturday. Let’s tone it down. I’m thankful for my walk this morning, and that we’re all allowed to sleep in the big bed with our folks at night. And also for Thomas the Mailman who comes to Mom’s work to give me good treats!

Xena: Lucy, you reminded me of one more thankful. Mr. Ted always came to the church to see me and give Mommy some papers with lots of numbers on it from Sunday. I like Mr. Ted almost as much as I like my brother Adam. Then someone else took his place. But Tuesday he came by just to hold me and pet me. Mommy helped me up into his lap and he talked sweet to me and gave me scritches in all my favorite places. He’s going on vacation, but told me he’d come back to see me when he gets back. *big wags*

Chia: I guess that’s a wrap for today, folks. Stay cool in this heat, and don’t let any little schnauzers push you around…gotta go!

Chia’s Poetry and Thankfuls on Her Birthday Month

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Chia: It’s still my birthday month and I’m trying to make the most of it, with Xena’s blessing. She just turned 8, so she must be getting soft in her old age.
Xena: Hey! Watch it or I might revoke your blogging privileges Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’m going back to bed for my nap.
Chia: *whispering* See what I mean? Anyhoo, I’m thankful for Angel Brian, who is hosting Thankful Thursday, as well as Angel Sammy for the picture every week! Last week I said I bet I get to do the poem again this week, and I was right! (I think Mom had a bit of influence on the decision too. I saw Xe get an extra treat.) Here’s the picture and my poem!

Almost a Baboon by Chia

She’s made good progress painting our Dad’s face.
There’s red and black squiggles all over the place.
Now if she just adds some eye makeup too,
He’ll look like a baboon who belongs in the zoo.

The end

Chia: Thankfuls, hmmm. I’m thankful I don’t have to get a full table groom every month like Xena does. I would be tons thankful if I didn’t have to get my nails dremmeled every coupla months! Let’s see. Oh, I’m thankful that we had hardly any fireworks last Friday. They don’t bother me, but I get tired of seeing my sisters shake. It’s a bit disconcerting. Mom asked me why I don’t try to comfort them like I do her when she’s upset, and I just don’t have an answer for that. Oh yes, and I’m thankful to all of you wishing me a happy 5th birthday!! It’s really cool to have so many on-line friends. Also, Miss Jentry came over last Sunday, I think to wish me a belated happy birthday. And she celebrated her son Connor’s 21st birthday while she was here. He’s moved in with us and is settling in the downstairs “in-law” suite. I’ve heard that Connor and his Mom lived here for a coupla years back when Conor was like 8 and 9 years old. He knew Angel Lexi and Angel Riley. Angel Riley used to sleep in bed with him

Connor and Riley

Lucy: I’m also really thankful there were only a few fireworks! And that I’m back visiting with all my Al-Anon friends at work.
Chia: Oh yeah, I heard the folks are going away tomorrow and Saturday nights to 2 big dances in Knoxville, a couple of hours from here. And that Miss Clare from next door and her little brothers and sister are going to take care of us. Woo hoo! *great big wags* We have fun with them and I’m extra good when they take me for walks. Her sister is kinda small and I don’t want to pull her down the road. (Mom’s thinking about hiring them to walk me at least a few days every week…that would be a great late birthday present!)

Guess that’s it for now, friends. Hope everyone is doing great and doing what you love to do!

Chia’s Poem and Thankful Thursday

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Chia: Hi friends!!! *whole body wags* I’m really happy you came to visit today. Do you know what tomorrow is? Do ya?
Xena: It’s the 4th of July. I’m asking for CBD oil to get through tonight and tomorrow.
Chia: Oh, yeah, it’s that…and it’s my birthday, or at least the day my family celebrates my birthday. They say I’m a real firecracker!! Boom!! *Xena jumps.*
So I’m blogging today in case Mom is too busy with giving me treats and presents to blog tomorrow! Hope you like my poem!

Stan the Man by Chia

I listen to this man named Stan
Go on about this old sedan.
That cigar makes my nose twitch
And Stan’s clothes make my eyes itch.

Is that a dog on the car’s hood?
My nose and eyes aren’t working too good.
Yet on Stan drones with his sales pitch
That he is sure will make him rich.

All these autos are just junk
From headlights back to their big trunk.
I’m gonna tell my Mom, “Don’t buy!”
Then turn around and say “Goodbye!”

The end

Wow, can you believe people used to put those kind of ads on TV? Or that people would dress like that? I’m glad I don’t have to wear clothes (unless it gets really, really cold out).

I get to lead off on the thankfuls for today. I know it sounds kinda corny, but I’m so thankful that brother Andrew brought me here to live with the folks who are now my Mom and Dad. And I’m super thankful that Miss Jentry comes to visit me. Did you know I used to live at her house with my last person? He was renting from her, then he got high and went up high on the roof and the police took him to jail.

I know I don’t always treat Lucy nice, but she’s so easy to pick on. And I love her lots and am really thankful that she’s my big sister. I’m also thankful that Xena’s my sister, too, except for when she gets in the way in the bed so that I can’t crawl under the covers to sleep. We play almost every day!

And I’m thankful for the soft blankies Mom has around the living room. There’s always one I can pull down and cuddle up on.
And I’m thankful for our new neighbor kids. I wasn’t too sure about them at first, but they’re boss! Miss Clare is the oldest. She comes over when Mom and Dad are out of town and feeds us and plays with us and pets us and takes us for walks! Her little sister Lucy (yes, Lucy has the same name as Lucy) usually comes with her, and her little brother Michael. Or sometimes William.
OK, Lucy and Xena. Your turns.

Lucy: You said it all, Chia. I’m thankful for the same things, plus for you. I know you do love me and just can’t help yourself sometimes.
Xena: I’m thankful for CBD oil. And valerian oil.

Chia: I know you are, Xena. Finally, I’m thankful for Angel Brian, who is hosting Thankful Thursday, as well as Angel Sammy for the picture every week! I bet I get to do the poem next week too, so I can’t wait to see what it is.
Bye, and be good and you’ll get treats!!
Chia aka ChiChi aka Chiaweeah *whole body wags*

Thankfulness and Fun with Xena

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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*

This Dang Hoodie by Xena

I was guarding the dog treats when I fell asleep
And dreamed I was riding in a yellow jeep.
Then I awoke and now I can’t see.
Who dared to put this dang hoodie on me?

The end

I’m thankful that my 8th birthday was on a Saturday. That way Mommy could take me with her to visit my brother Adam on my birthday! She also took me to work this Monday and Tuesday as a special treat. I like having a birthday month and getting fussed over. I’m Xena Schnauzer Princess (Warrior) and us princesses like lots of attention.

Lucy: I’m both thankful and excited that the bible study group where Mom works isn’t meeting at all in July. When they start back in August, they’re changing their meeting day to Tuesday. That means I can go every single Wednesday to greet the Al Anon group! Mom told the group, and they keep asking her if it’s time for me to come back yet. *wags* One lady even commented that she loves to see me smile *big toothy grin.*

Chia: I’m thankful for our new 15-year-old neighbor girl, Claire. She has started dog sitting us when Mom and Dad go away. She comes over to feed us twice a day and in between too. When she takes us all for walks, I don’t even pull on my leash. Mom’s thinking about offering to pay her just to walk me every day. (That’s cause I’m not that good for Mom…don’t ask why, cause I’m not tellin’.)

Xena: Well, I gotta go now cause Miss Claire just got here. She’s taking care of us again for a coupla days while Mommy and Daddy go down to Atlanta. They are going to get some special kinda card so they can just fly through the airport. BOL, I made a funny! (Did you get it?) BOL!

A Dog’s Thankful Thursday: Xena’s Family Fun

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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*

Gettin’ Down with Grandma by Xena

I went to the home to visit my grandma.
The desk sent me to the room that’s called Hee Haw.
My Grandma was there and she sang real good.
But why was she singing ’bout life in the hood?

Hey Grandma, I crooned, you sure actin’ Sus.
“You ain’t got a clue, girl, so you should just shush.”
Well Grandma, I see that you fixed youself up.
“Well what would you know, you just a wee pup!”

Like that back and forth we went with street slang.
Her dissin’ me while together we sang!
I howled and she belted a tune ’bout the gang,
Then finished our song when the supper bell rang.

That was a fun one this week. I wish I had known my grandma. She sure did love Angel Lexi lots and lots, and I bet she would have loved me, too. I don’t think she knew any more than I do about street gangs or “the hood,” though.

Sus: Short for “suspicious,” used when someone’s behavior seems shady.

Chia: Thanks, Xena and now it’s time for my thankful. I’m so happy brother Andrew came to see me over the weekend. It feels like furever, though, and he needs to come back. Not only that but Miss Jentry came on Sunday and fixed all the folks a Mexican dinner. I got to taste a little bit of it. I’d eat that for supper any day!
Lucy: I heard that I may get to start going back to work every Wednesday again, beginning in July.
Xena: I’m thankful that my itchies are gone. I don’t have to wear that cone on my head anymore, or those jammies on my body to cover my tummy. Thank you Jesus! (I went to church this week.)

Here’s wishing everyone a good end of the week with no fleas or seizures or ticks or thunderstorms!

XOXOXOXOX Xena, Lucy and Chia

Xena’s Poem and Thankful Thursday

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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.



Xena, Lucy and Chia on Thankful Thursday

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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 Home by 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

Xena’s Poem on Thankful Thursday

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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 Guest by 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.


Thankfuls and Thursday Poetry by Chia

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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



No Dogs Allowed: A Funny Poem by Xena

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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.

Xena Schnauzer Warrior Poetic Princess


Xena the Schnauzer: A Poem of Friendship and Fun

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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 Xena by 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.



This Stupid Schmuck by Chia

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This Stupid Schmuck by Chia

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.

Chia’s Baby on Poetic Thankful Thursday

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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!!

Xena’s Poem for Freedom on Thankful Thursday

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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. I didn’t add my picture today ’cause it just wouldn’t have worked. Here we go!

I Love You, Dear by Xena

I love you, my dear,
I’m sorry you’re here.
You should be home with me.
Don’t shed a tear
‘Cause please never fear,
Soon you’ll be home, you’ll see.

I’ll tell the children
You’ll soon be a civilian
Of this messed up country.
I swear by my four paws,
My tail and my dewclaws,
You won’t be deported, sweet pea.
*ROAR*

Chia: For once in my life I have nothing bad to say. Good job Xena. I’m thankful you’re my sister and we still have our freedom.
Xena: Me too, Chia me too.
Lucy: *sniffle* I’m thankful that there a good people who will help those who are different from us, who come from other places, who just want a good life like ours.

Xena, Chia and Lucy with our paws together for our country.

Chia’s Poem on Thankful Thursday

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Chia: I’m thankful for Angel Brian, who is hosting Thankful Thursday, as well as Angel Sammy for the fun picture every week. Let’s see what Angel Sammy has in store for us today. Of course my poem – and picture – are added.

Office Cake by Chia

Sheri’s hoping that old guy, Bob, her boss,
Won’t try to reach over and grab her arse.
Connor is thinking this party is lame;
He wants to go play his video game.

Office dog Chia is eyeing the cake,
Planning the fast move she’s going to take.
Boss Bob is lost in his thoughts, diddle dee
And realizes he really must pee.

As Sheri decides to make a quick break
She sees bringing Chia was a big mistake.
Chia’s muzzle deep in the boss’s cake,
Boss Bob reaches over, a quick feel to take.

Now Bob’s in the ER, Sheri has no job.
Chi’s in the shelter with more office dogs.
This story’s lesson is easy to see:
Taking your dog to work doesn’t mean me!

Xena: Yep, we all knew that lesson, Chi girl, although that’s not the reason Mommy doesn’t take you to work. I’m still feeling thankful that Mommy is taking me! And I’m thankful for the 100% grass fed beef I got in my food dish today. And for the strawberries and butternut squash and cauliflower. *drool*

Lucy: I’m thankful I got to go to work on Wednesday this week. The Al Anon folks come in at noon. They all love me and pet me and tell me how special and how pretty and how sweet I am. *smiles*

Chia: I know, Xeboo, Mom doesn’t want me to run out the door when it opens. There’s a real busy street out there. I guess I’m thankful that Mom loves me so much… *whole body wags*
Well, thanks, everyone, for reading my poem and our thankfuls today. Don’t worry, be happy! (I heard that on a song.)

Thankful Poetic Thursday with Xena

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Xena: I finally reclaimed my blog. *sigh* Hmmm, my birthday’s in four months, so maybe I’ll just try to keep it as mine until then. Unless I’m tired or too busy. Then maybe I’ll let Chia or Lucy do some blogging. Yep, that’s what I’ll do.

I’m thankful for Angel Brian, who is hosting Thankful Thursday, as well as Angel Sammy for the fun picture every week. Let’s see what Angel Sammy has in store for us today. Of course my poem – and picture – are added.

They Let In a Kid! by Xena the Schnauzer

Since Walmart allowed anipals to shop
The odd pets I see are over the top.
First bunnies and more, nothing did they forbid.
But what were they thinking letting in a kid?
The End

Lucy: Great job, Xena, even a double entendre.

Xena: Hmm, thanks, I think. *changing subject* So, Lucy, what thankfuls do you have today?

Lucy: I’m thankful I got to go to work with Mom yesterday. Us pups don’t normally go on Wednesdays because of two groups that come. The Al-Anon group comes at noon, and they all love dogs. They even want to make me their official therapy dog. It’s the second group who come at 1:30 who have folks who don’t think dogs belong in the church. That group got canceled this week! Plus, I got a treat from Thomas the Mailman and one of the Al-Anon ladies. I was real excited to see Pastor, too.

Chia: My turn! I’m thankful that Mom is including me in Freestyle. Me and Xena, we work real good together. I love going and I love dancing and I especially love the treats that goes with it!

Xena: We’re all thankful for our good Blogville friends, their support and kind words. Everyone have a great weekend!!

Angel Lexi’s Poem

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It’s been a long time in earth years since I’ve hopped into my blog. But time moves differently where I am. I know it’s been ages since I’ve therapized at the children’s hospital or was Toto in a play or, well, any of the important things I used to do there. 8 years, 5 months and 10 days to be exact, but it seems like just yesterday. I’ve watched as finally, this year, Mom’s been able to tell people, without crying, about all the wonderful things I did. And now I’ve been called on to write a poem. Here’s why. 1. We were at my Auntie Jens and had just gone to bed. The bedroom had what I now know was a closet with full length mirrors on the outside. I couldn’t stop staring at the “other schnauzer” across the room! and 2. When I went on walks with Riley and he lifted his leg, I always walked under the stream.
OK, come on, let’s do this.

The Other Me by Lexi the Schnauzer

Hey you there, you baby boy,
Are you here to steal my toy?
Or play a game? It seems a shame
That silly dog we can’t annoy.

Let’s make a plan, just you and me,
To see how naughty we can be
And chase her from our room tonight.
Hey let us both on her hair pee!

I’ll hit her with my super power,
But first I have to drop my trouser.
Why is she walking close to me?
Oh no! She likes a golden shower.

Xena: Thank you, Angel Lexi, my mentor and my friend. I’m so very thankful that you sent our Mommy way down into southern Georgia to adopt me. We do some of the same things you used to do together, and it’s a lot of fun. She’s my Mommy and I’m her baby girl.

Chia: Well, if that’s the route we’re going, I’m thankful that Andrew brought me here and stuck me in a grooming kennel and Dad heard me crying and Mom found me and fixed up the nice kennel upstairs that I still love to lay in. And that Dad wouldn’t let me go when Mom found me a new home and that Mom finally fell in love with me and won’t let me go either.

Lucy: OK, so I’m thankful that Mom brought me to my furever home. My first year of life I lived with a mean man. I’m thankful that no one has ever, no, not ever, been mean to me here in my furever home. Now my name is Lucy and I smile a lot and people say, “Awww, I love you, Lucy.”

Angel Lexi: My work here is done, at least for now. Thanks for stopping by my blog. I’m gonna go back and hang out with Spike, my unicorn friend.

Oh, and thanks so much to my angel friend, Brian, for continuing to host Thankful Thursdays every week.