On A Lark, Chestnut Is No Longer America’s Top Dog

Fanaticism has a price in the world of sports. Superstars and idols succumb human frailties such as greed and ego. Escapism to a world of purity or innocence dissipates. On a Lark, however, there is some hope. A little “hot dog” named Lark served up athletic dominance in 2024, satiate anyone with an appetite forContinue reading “On A Lark, Chestnut Is No Longer America’s Top Dog”

The Dogwashing of Nimble?

“Washing” is a term that can signify something nefarious. It has been used to note that there is an intention to distort reality; too clean up matters that are untidy. Recent events have led me to ponder whether we are now witnessing “dogwashing”. While female athletics has been captivated recently by stand out basketball playerContinue reading “The Dogwashing of Nimble?”

Purpose Found

In a previous post “A Dog’s Search For Meaning”, the tale was told of how a dog, unknowing of its purpose, manifested all the trappings of its true being. Despite a lack of training, or instruction, or the companionship of a similar breed, the animal was on the pathway of discovering itself. Dogs have beenContinue reading “Purpose Found”

Pet Peeve

i picked up author dennis prager’s national bestseller happiness is a serious problem with intent on writing a specific post. as a recent habit, i dive into books from the very beginning. i read dedications and forwards. mr. prager’s book was no exception. i took a plunge into his introduction. the intro hit me likeContinue reading “Pet Peeve”

A Dog’s Search For Meaning

about a year ago, we took home a yorkshire terrier puppy- which are affectionately known as yorkies. she was the second to the last of the litter to be taken. at two months of age, she said goodbye to her mother, older brother and baby sister and ventured to her new home. she was toContinue reading “A Dog’s Search For Meaning”

And Man Created Dog? A Ten Commandments’ Tale

as suburbanites, my wife and i discussed the nature of human beings. if the typical city dwelling human being was dropped off to live in the wilderness, we pondered, how long would they survive? are modern humans even capable of surviving in the elements like their ancestors? the topic then shifted to dogs. i asked,Continue reading “And Man Created Dog? A Ten Commandments’ Tale”

A God Dog Moment: A Ten Commandments’ Story

it was an old blind dog on its last paw of life. this arthritis airdale terrier spent most of its days laying down. its owner, a forensic psychiatrist, would bring the dog to work. this psychiatrist reported on one of my legal cases. occasionally, i would depose the doctor. a deposition is an informal courtContinue reading “A God Dog Moment: A Ten Commandments’ Story”