Monthly Archives: December 2025

Click on the pictures below for higher resolution. (And if you have trouble reading the English dialog, click here.) As I’ve said before, Andy and I don’t have to go looking for challenges to keep us on our toes and … Continue reading →

The other night Kaitlin was cooking dinner, including some green beans, and had to step into another room. Tempi and Torben were in the kitchen, so she asked Torben to watch Tempi, make sure she didn’t get into the food. … Continue reading →

Kaitlin said she was curious to see what Google’s AI would say about Zoe and Chateaubriand: How cool is that? Also Sandra K. Czosek pointed out chocolate is toxic for dogs. Yes, Zoe has been rushed to the vet for … Continue reading →

When I was writing yesterday’s post I wondered if Chateaubriand should be capitalized, so I typed “Zoe was looking at a piece of Chateaubriand” into Perplexity AI. It promptly came back with (click on picture for higher resolution): It’s a … Continue reading →

This was Zoe looking at a piece of Chateaubriand: She’s a sweet pup, but she is definitely food oriented. Kaitlin’s comment on the Christmas post was: Merry Christmas!! Our pups are more interested in what is on the counter. Before … Continue reading →

Angus in Scotland wrote, And so a Merry Christmas to one and all. May you find comfort in the company of those you love, warmth in the memory of those who’ve gone before and confidence in the capacity of human … Continue reading →

And if you are interested, here is last year’s video from the North Yuki Husky. The pups seem to be more interested in the treats than the toys or the idea of Christmas. I hope you all have a wonderful … Continue reading →

Merry Christmas Eve! December 24, 2025

For higher resolution, please click on the comics. Christmas is getting closer! December 23, 2025

Update: Again, not a good picture, but my bean plants haven’t died yet. That was a big surprise. December 22, 2025