We decided to visit the Tampa Bay area towards the tail end of August. There are a lot of reasons why this was a poor idea, that we didn’t really consider when we initiated the plan. It, unsurprisingly, was hot and humid. Beyond the general discomfort variable, we elected to travel during hurricane season. We were blissfully ignorant of this factor, but were reminded of the potential for travel woes when a tropical storm landed the day after we returned home. Even though

Our pals at Natural Balance have always had a special spot in our hearts, because they care deeply for their community and the dogs and humans that make community vibrant and unique. We also love Natural Balance because they use their reach to help raise awareness for important causes. One of those causes shows the incredible bond between humans and their dogs - National Guide Dog Month, which takes place in September. Join us as we explore the story of a human/guide dog d

We have two dogs and hardwood floors. That should be the beginning and the end of the conversation, but it isn’t. It is the beginning of a tale. A tale of tumbleweeds of fur, dust, and allergies. Before Yoda joined our household, I was befuddled by the amount of fur a single tiny dog generated. I swept daily, and vacuumed often and still felt like there was room for improvement from a “hey what’s that on the floor?” standpoint. Additionally, both Bean and I suffer pretty

This past week included a momentous day in the household, it was Bean’s birthday! If you look closely at some of her photos, you will notice grey tones on her brows and under her chin. Other than some fashionable greys, you would never be able to guess that she turned seven last week. Her energy and zest for life are as bright as the day she first joined us as a wriggly brown sausage with legs. Join me now as I try to put into words the way this tiny dog has changed all as