“I’m going to North Pole to help out Santa this year.” — Jimmy Fallon sure-footed helper shiny red nose not needed move over Rudolph * * * Miles of snow and Nala is in her element. Wishing a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all! • “North Pole” haiku by Mary O’Connor • Photo by … More North Pole
“The greatest pleasure of a dog is that you may make a fool of yourself with him and not only will he not scold you, but he will make a fool of himself too.” — Samuel Butler total devotion joyful canine behavior playful dance of love * * * Bundle of energy and fun, Pepper … More Best Buddy
“When one is remarkably, magnificently, strikingly and unequivocally cute, obedience is overkill.” — Unknown long ears, soulful eyes loyalty personified soul of gentleness * * * Humphrey and Walter, the epitome of beloved Basset Hounds, sit patiently on their people Ron and Scott’s doorstep • Watercolor painting and “Beloved” haiku by Mary O’Connor © 2025
“The world needs dreamers and the world needs doers. But above all, the world needs dreamers who do.” — Sarah Ban Breathnach so much to look at dreaming big dreams of prospects world filled with wonder * * * If cats can dream, that’s exactly what Molly does as she sits each day, mesmerized by … More Dreamer
“It is not titles that honor men, but men that honor titles.” — Machiavelli maintain character obligation of title upholding honor * * * Sir Harrold lives up to his royalty title, ruling the roost of his forever home, bringing love and joy to all whose lives he touches • Watercolor painting and “Royalty” haiku … More Royalty
“Be the reason someone smiles. Be the reason someone feels loved and believes in the goodness in people.” — Roy T. Bennett just lounging around making all who see me smile come and sit with me * * * Catalyst of Smiles ~ Nemo brightens the day just by being himself. Cavapoos, a cross between … More Brighten the Day
“We all want to be a little glamorous, a little playful and a little mischievous at times.” — Jason Wu best daily routine spirit-lifting playfulness liberating fun * * * Ready to Play ~ A bundle of love and mischief, Lovey lives up to her name • Watercolor pet portrait and “Playfulness” haiku by Mary … More Playfulness
“When you look into the eyes of an animal you’ve rescued, you can’t help but fall in love.” — Paul Shaffer always there to please gaze of unqualified love best friend forever * * * Tucker ~ Enjoying new life with best friend, Donna, in his now “Forever Home.” • “BFF” haiku and watercolor painting … More BFF
“People will stare. Make it worth their while.” — Harry Winston haircut a mistake allowed it to all grow back misguided advice * * * Bad Hair Day ~ Styled as a mop • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Hairdo” haiku by Mary O’Connor
“We like to pioneer, we like to explore, we like to go down dark alleys and see what’s on the other side.” — Jeff Bezos down back alleyways cache of unspoiled vintage sights back entrance to time * * * Alleyway Treasures ~ Wandering down back alleyways in Provincetown • Photos by Andrew Finn • … More Back Alleys
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