Notes on Life Archives - Page 14 of 33

My Late Dog’s Credit Rating

December 5, 2022 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

My Lab lived a long life. She was good natured and well behaved, a sweetheart and friend to all, even cats and young children who were terrified because she was a "big dog." After getting to know this … Continue reading >>

Beer, burgers and books

November 14, 2022 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

A birthday burger: I gave my husband a choice for dinner on his birthday: his favorite home cooked meal or hamburgers at Paint Creek Tavern. I know he can't resist a good burger. I got out of … Continue reading >>

Silverware Drawers

September 26, 2022 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

Critters The other day when cleaning sesame seeds and peppercorns from the plastic silverware tray, I noticed the varied assortment of forks and spoons we've collected over the years: a fork and … Continue reading >>

Rising Sun Roll and new tricks

September 5, 2022 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

Who says you can't teach an old dog new tricks? The implication is that old dogs (and old people) learn less well than the young, and that old folks are set in their ways. It's one of the oldest … Continue reading >>

The Sun Bird Crest Legend of Chengdu

August 8, 2022 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

The sun and immortal bird: People often ask me about the unusual symbol on my necklace that my husband bought for me when working in Chengdu, China. The symbol is the official city logo, … Continue reading >>

Bad intentions or just clumsy? Fido knows

August 1, 2022 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

Oops Looks like your dog understands you more than you think. The results of a recent study explains why my pup Cowboy quits the game when I fake a throw one too many times. Researchers used a … Continue reading >>

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