Cooper loves to chase chipmunks. Walks with Coop often follow a zig-zag pattern as he tries to run after the chipmunks that dart in and out ...

After spending a few days away, we went to Passage East Kennel to pick up Cooper and Otis. When I arrived at the front desk, the attendant...

Coop and Otis love these sunny days

We had never been to Gillette Castle in East Haddam, CT.  We decided that it would be a fun way to celebrate my birthday. The Castle...

We have not forgotten you, Danny. Always, always...

Cooper and Otis got their first outdoor bath of the season. After five minutes, Jeff's hands were frozen from the cold well water. T...

The cedar chest cushion from Calico Corners finally arrived. I really like the way it looks.

I received this beautiful peony as a gift from our Westport family. I can't wait for the buds to open.

I received two pieces of furniture from my Mom that I wanted to have refinished. Our Westport family suggested that we bring the furniture...

A few weeks ago, we brought my Mom's antique chair to Calico Corners to be reupholstered. The chair had not been used in years, due to...

The peony is now in full bloom and looks fantastic. I noticed that the bud had opened when I was headed out to the grocery store. I aske...

It is hard to believe that another year has passed and it was again time for Otis' annual vet exam. Jeff took Otis to the Norwalk Vet ...

Just the other day, I wrote that it had been months since I saw the fox. This morning, I was looking out at the pond and there was the fox, ...

Cooper and Otis enjoying their toys.

Otis was sitting by the front door, looking out into the yard. Otis began to bark and growl. I did not bother to look outside. I assumed d...

I love peonies. They are one of my favorite flowers. Unfortunately, I have not had much success in growing these beautiful flowers. When...

Cooper and Otis have found the softest spot in the yard to relax. When the dogs come inside, they smell like fresh mulch Otis loves to ro...

It has been months seen I have seen the fox. I thought that the mild winter would have meant increased odds for the fox's survival. Howe...

We have been having a lot of  hawk and owl activity at the pond. I am not sure if this is due to it being spring or due to corn. I have n...