Shaking and Panting

by Peggy | Mar 5, 2009 | 0 comments

Last night, around midnight, I thought everything was fine. But when I opened the back door to let Kelly inside after her last evening romp in the yard, I got a scare.Kelly was panting heavily, and shaking. When I crouched down to pat her, she started to come to me,...

The Photo Shoot

by Peggy | Mar 3, 2009 | 2 comments

We needed some publicity shots for a new pet column I’m writing, so Kelly and I ventured to the portrait studio Saturday. Kelly is good with people, but she does get a bit overexcited in new or crowded situations. Perhaps not too wisely, I chose a photo studio...

Baby Toes

by Peggy | Mar 1, 2009 | 2 comments

My niece recently had a baby, her first child. I’m so excited for her… and for my “little” brother and sister in law–the new Grandpa and Grandma. (hehe!) I just love this photo my brother took of Michaela’s little feet. It reminds...

Reality TV

by Peggy | Feb 25, 2009 | 0 comments

Why do I feel so guilty admitting that I like reality TV shows? Does it seem too trivial, unlike the awesome John Adams documentary or educational programs on Animal Planet? Or is it because they’re not deep or even clever, like episodes of Boston Legal or CSI?...

Stubborn Pounds

by Peggy | Feb 23, 2009 | 2 comments

In my new book, I’m writing a lot about dieting. The subject that never goes away.This past year I lost a lot of weight, but those last few pounds are still hanging on.And I know why.I haven’t yet fully committed to my lifestyle changes. I know that the...

Which is the Best Cookie?

by Peggy | Feb 17, 2009 | 0 comments

Today I thought I’d conduct an experiment. Last week I’d purchased a few pounds of biscuits from the pet shop’s Treat Bar, and had the most fun selecting different cookies and snacks to fill my goodie bag. Since I’d spent so much time choosing...