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Murphy on My Mom's Mind

by Courtney Mroch

09 May 2008 05:55 AM

Murphy's been on my mom's mind a bunch for some reason. It started right before her stroke on Tuesday morning when she kept saying she followed him, he led her to the wrong room, and she was never following him again.

Time-Sharing Pets: A New Trend?

by Courtney Mroch

18 Apr 2008 08:15 AM

Yesterday on our evening walk, Murph and I ran into his gal pals Sophie and Lady. Sophie is a white shepherd/husky mix and Lady is a beagle.

What If Animals Hadn't Been Okay?

by Courtney Mroch

07 Apr 2008 10:12 AM

Over in Marriage today I reflected on circumstances growing up that influenced my decision not to have children. Human ones at any rate. I've always had a pet or two, but I've treasured them as more than mere "pets." Like many of you, my pets are my kin.

Kitty Hugs and Puppy Dog Kisses

by Courtney Mroch

13 Mar 2008 03:40 PM

Some days nothing comforts a hurting heart quite like kitty hugs and puppy dog kisses. I enjoy these every day, but some days they're so much more meaningful than others. Both yesterday and today among the more meaningful variety.

The Strays of Our Lives

by Courtney Mroch

07 Mar 2008 01:35 PM

I love stories about strays. Why? Because there's usually a deeper story there. One that proves strays are not just strays, but the strays of our lives who've come into them in different forms and for different reasons.

My Pets Are Not Disposable

by Aimee Amodio

08 Feb 2008 06:32 PM

I love my pets. I value my pets. I think of them as members of the family. When they are sick or injured, I do what I can to ease their pain and help them get better -- whether that means a trip to the vet or administering medication or adjusting our daily routine.

Pets Make the Best Unsuspecting PR Accomplices

by Courtney Mroch

25 Jan 2008 03:47 PM

My pets are always helping me with chores and such, but if only they knew just how shamelessly I use them for my own dirty deeds sometimes. Take Mr. Meow for instance. He unwittingly just got me some press in a local paper. It all started last year when I submitted an essay to Bylines.

What Is It About Orange Cats and Dogs?

by Courtney Mroch

07 Jan 2008 08:54 PM

Tonight Murph helped me take a birthday card to Lady's mom, Ms. Tina. Lady's one of his neighborhood buddies, a little beagle who lives a couple streets down.

Taking Stock of 2007

by Courtney Mroch

28 Dec 2007 02:58 PM

It's that time of year for reflection and resolution making. Last year in New Year, New Resolutions I detailed my goals for both the Pets Blog and animal/pet related personal goals. Now it's time to see how I did.

Do You Kiss Your Pets Goodnight?

by Courtney Mroch

09 Dec 2007 09:20 AM

For a few years now Murph and I have had a routine whereby I snuggle up with him before I climb into bed.



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