Posted in General

Had to leave my car for major service today but they gave me a loaner car. Yippee! But no smoking and no pets. Think I can work this out. Yeah Volvo! read more

Posted in Adoptions

I am so pleased that our two resident cats have accepted Ada into their personal colony. While not ideal, the cats do spend some of their time in our basement with many windows to look outside, perches, multiple litter boxes, scratching stuff, toys, etc. Ada is so sweet and forgiving that fitting in never seemed to worry her like it did me. read more

Posted in Legislation

"On April 14, 2009, Maryland's Governor O'Malley signed into law House Bill 149 which authorizes statutory pet trusts. Here are some of the key features of this statute: The animal must be alive during the settlor's lifetime. [Est. & Trusts § 14-112(A)] The trust ends at the death of the last animal covered by the trust. [§ 14-112(B)] … read more

Posted in Entertainment

I love this one. I think # 4 could be used for some people on this web site. "Today is the 445th anniversary of the birth of William Shakespeare. In honor of this occasion, today is Talk Like Shakespeare Day. Here are some ways to do it: 1. Instead of you, say thou. Instead of y’all, say thee. 2. Rhymed couplets are all the rage. 3. Me… read more

Posted in Current Events

Came across this one when looking for Shakespeare quotes. I can only hope Bo has the same effect on President Obama: "I was there in Jack Kennedy's office that day. Everything was in an uproar. I was then feet from Kennedy's desk as Pierre Salinger ran around the office taking messages and issuing orders while the President sat looking awfully … read more