Snowy Adventures with Angel Astrid

We've gotten a lot of snow this week, I believe at least half a foot. I know that's nothing compared to what some folks get and probably more than a lot of folks actually got this week, but it's a decent amount for us this early on. It's also very cold. My sweet angel pup Astrid loved cold weather and snow, and so this weather makes me think of her very often. It's my first winter without her, and I miss her so much, but I'm so grateful for all of the memories I share with her.

See the snow on Astrid's nose in that photo? She was notorious for shoving her snout into the cold white stuff, and even picking it up in her mouth and throwing it.

I hope you all can find even a fraction of the joy my sweet Astrid had for winter weather!

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Flashback Doodle of the Day

Today's flashback doodle is the image I scribbled up for our Christmas card a couple years ago. Astrid played her version of Snoopy, with the kitties enjoying Charlie Brown's special little tree.

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Tip of the Day

We're nearing the end of our Christmas tree tips, but not just yet. Today's tip is to be aware and cautious of edible tree decorations. Whether they be something such as candy canes, cookie ornaments, or strings such as those made from popcorn, be very careful if there is anything edible on your Christmas tree. This can be dangerous if your furbaby eats potentially dangerous goods off of the tree, or even if they eat too much of an otherwise safe human food. Of course, a furbaby trying to reach edible tree decorations could also lead to falling trees and related injuries. So, for the sake of your furbaby and the tree, it is likely best to avoid decorating with edible goods. As we've said before, it is still possible to be festive, but do be sure to keep your furbaby's safety in mind as well.