Kisses

You may kiss my head top.

If only

I could find my ball.

I've looked everywhere.

Dog Psalm #70

Hark

I hear an angel singing

the song in my heart
of peace on earth and mercy mild.

Wise Men

know

the importance of showing up.

Eve of Christmas Eve

Santa's not going to count those couple of times

a little badness slipped out, is he?
Should I send him a text and explain about the 

yoga blanket, duvet cover and quilt chewing?

Does he know that sometimes after a naughty chew
I put myself in my crate for a time out?

Wise Exercise

 

Always warm up by stretching

before boarding the elliptical machine.

Mystery

Sometimes this squeaky ball tells me secrets
without making any noise.

Dog Psalm #69

 

God doesn't love anyone more than me.

Or you.

These boots

These boots of yours seem to be on the wrong feet.
I mean I think I'm reversed. Please help.

Reading Signs

Yep, these are truck tracks alright.
Those human have been taking rides without me.

Dog Psalm #68

Know your own soul.

Snow Day

There is nothing sweeter 

than to be the first one to make tracks around the house.

Seat Warmer

 

I got it nice and toasty for you.

Can we share it?

Dog Psalm #67

Look inward for insight.

STOP

 

Tell it to the paw.

Can't They See?

Do you have to sit in a chair for them to know you want a cookie?
Read my eyes. COOKIE.

Dog Psalm #66

Listen closely and you can hear the angels praise your name.

I do.

Give Thanks

Running

I am so fast. This is what the ground looks like when I run.

Superior Vision

There are deer in the woods just out of your sight.

They should be chased.

Dog Psalm #65

Extend you paw to another.

Audition for the Manger

I want to be the lamb.

The Nose Knows

Storm approaching. I can smell the snow.

Dog Psalm #64

Take good and tender care of your soul every day.

Hunting Flies

I've got one in my sights. See, I track them with my eyes.

And then I bark at her until she gets up

and does the dirty work.

It's a big one.

Small Shop

I went to that place where they make me small.

Again.
Why can't they remember I grow my power in my coat?

Dog Psalm #63

Your angels are watching over you.

They are happy to give you a celestial tummy rub.

Snow Boots

Awkward Family Pet Photos

It was flattering to be asked to review this book.

I take my responsibilities seriously, 

honesty is my honor code.

I wanted to gush about it, but what was most awkward for me about The Awkward Pet Photo Book is that the best photo is on the cover. A bit of a yawner. But might be right for a vet waiting room.

Dog Psalm #62

Accept the day's gifts.

Snow is joy.

Crabapples

This is how they look to me.
tempting, delicious and just out of reach.

Forgetting

Mmmm. This blanket sure smells good.

Yep. This delicious blanket has birds inside it.

I keep forgetting - don't hurt birds or blankets.

Soft mouth. No bitey.

Dog Psalm #61

Faith includes questions and doubts.

Hopes

I am sending you a subliminal message,

cookies in bed, give cookies in bed.

Did you receive it?

Killing Frost

I'm looking forward to a hard, killing frost.

There have been tons of ticks around.
A hard frost will kill them off.

You don't see any ticks on me now do you?

Dog Psalm #60

Keep your prayer cards close to your vest.

Abstracts

I didn't think I'd be keen on abstracts 

but their appeal kind of sneaks up on you.

If you spend a little time with them

you can almost get a scent picture.

Autumn

 

Fall is full of the smells of change;
a scent buffet.

Dog Psalm #59

 

Patience is the passageway to happiness.

Bad Biker Brad

I hope you don't mind 

that I tried on your blue leather coat.

Wait. 

Let me get my look together.
Get my biker face on.

How do you like me now?

Oh, please can I, can I, can I wear it?

I promise I won't spill anything on it.

Season Change

When there are fallen leaves inside

I know Fall has arrived.

Dog Psalm #58

 Listen to the prayers of others.

Sound the Shofar

“Leshanah tovah tikateiv veteichateim,” 

(“May you be inscribed and sealed for a good year.”)

 Celebrate and renew your relationship with the divine.

Choosing a Picturebook

  Which one to pick?

It's always so hard to judge a book by its cover.

And even harder to read titles that are vertical.

Wait. I think I can sense the location of Good Night Moon.

I love that one...bowl of mush...