It has been a beautiful spring scene looking out the kitchen window. This image was taken a couple of days ago when it was sunny and more petals were on the plum tree. In the foreground is part of our glass collection with Jerri Bartholomew (birdhouse & fish), Sarah Morrissey( multi-colored abstract) & a DaveContinue reading “Spring Windowsill”
Category Archives: Pets
Moby
After some deliberations we have narrowed and changed the name for our new dog. He arrived with the name BEAU, which after lots of thought, sounded too much like NO. The household before that called him UTAH. Ick! So what do we name him? Finalist list included Lionel, Percy, Moby & Odin. Moby won whileContinue reading “Moby”
November Snow
Monday prior to Thanksgiving brought a bit of snow & ice. We didn’t receive much in Albany but here are a couple of photos. Our back yard: George Bird tracks on the railing. Mr. George again! He’s such a cutie and loves snow!
Aging Birds
Aging, it’s a part of life. Changes from childhood to adolescents to adulthood. Growth and degeneration. But what happens when a bird ages? Do they develop white feathers in place of their colored ones? Do they exhibit signs of arthritis? Does their eyesight lessen and require glasses? At 18 years of age Kibu the cockatielContinue reading “Aging Birds”
Happy 2 Year Anniversary MeMe
Have you ever had a cat choose you as their owner? Two years ago, this happened to our household. She started hanging around and sleeping next to our garage. Super friendly and well fed, we knew her home couldn’t be too far away, but she wouldn’t leave. It took about 2 weeks before she conqueredContinue reading “Happy 2 Year Anniversary MeMe”
What the cats bring in
Living with two cats can be quite lovely but devastating to the local environment. Yes, I know we should keep them as indoor only cats, but our current household situation doesn’t quite allow it. I have great guilt over the issue of allowing cats outdoors. Growing up with an avid birdwatcher and nature conservationist makesContinue reading “What the cats bring in”
Sunny day and signs of spring!
Sunshine Warmth: 56+ degrees F Blue Sky Is it really January 21???? Today’s weather certainly has been grand. I woke quickly and headed to work for a meeting about this year’s Corvallis Fall Festival poster design. On the drive in sunshine poured through the sky creating lacy shadows from bare deciduous trees on HWY 20.Continue reading “Sunny day and signs of spring!”
Crusty Nose Dog
Do you own a senior dog with a crusty nose? Seems like there are several folks out there searching for information about the cause. We wondered the same thing when our ancient german shorthair pointer came down with it (actually she was around 14.5- 15 years at the time). The vet was consulted, yet heContinue reading “Crusty Nose Dog”
The Mocha Era
Note: This post was written back in September of 2009 to commemorator the passing of our German Shorthaired Pointer. Yesterday (March 6, 2011) we picked up a 13 month old German Wirehaired Pointer named Beau, the start of a new era. I think I must be crazy to have brought in another pointer to ourContinue reading “The Mocha Era”
Death of the Ceramic Kimono
6am: Lightly sleeping… aware that the dog is on the bed… acupuncture cat on pillow… comfy until… “the cat broke your kimono.” “ARRRRGH!” “Darn Cat” What do ceramic artists or art collectors do when one of your favorite pieces is destroyed? You might swear at the cause, your stupidity for leaving it vulnerable, or swearContinue reading “Death of the Ceramic Kimono”
Sticks, Stones, and Paper Stew Blog 