Murphy’s Tale Goes On

So, would you like eto go for a walk or something? If it's all the same to you, I'd prefer to stay indoors.

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Oh that's right. You spent your whole life in a cage. You probably don't feel comfortable outside. Actually, I didn't live my whole life in that cage. The rescue thought I did, and that's what they told mom.

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You didn't? Then where did you live? At first, I lived in a really nice house like you have.

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My mpmmy was an older lady, and I'm pretty sure I remember a kitty cat at our house. I used to have a bed of my own, but at night I woiuld sleep in the big bed and snuggle under the covers with our mom.

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Sh used to hold my treats between her index finger and thumb as she handed them to me.

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Since mommy was older, I didn't get out much. Still, life was happy until that one fateful day....

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Oh no! What happened? I don't know for sure because nobody tells the pets, but one day mommy wasn't there anymore. People put us furs in cages and took us away. I ended up at the hoarder's house. I don't know where the others went.

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Is that where your tail got hurt? Did they break your tail? Nah, I'm OK. It's just that my tail is pretty long. When I was confined, I sat on it too much and made it bend kind of funny.

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Dang, this guy makes me feel like the most spoiled dog in the world. I hate to say it, but even i am starting to like him.

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At first, I just thought this was a cute picture, but when I looked at it closer, I could see that Murphy was lost in thought. I know he remembers his first family. I feel so bad that he misses them. All I can do is surround him with love and make sure that he builds tons of happy memories from now on.

I remember….

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Easter Shopping

Look! Mommy is home from the store. Let's help her put the groceries away.

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Oh boy! Eggs, mustard and minty mouthwash! This family sure celebrates Easter in a weird way.

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After looking at my shopping cart compared to everyone else’s, I could just picture the disappointment on my pups’ faces.

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I’m not disappointed. I’ll eat anything…including the shopping cart!

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Handmade cross stitched patchwork hearts acrylic coaster set.
These hand-stitched, heavyweight acrylic, Patchwork Heart Coasters can also double as paperweights for your office. Their versatility and charm will make them welcome wherever you place them.

Hexagonal acrylic coasters have a rounded center area large enough to accommodate a glass or mug. Inside of the paperweight/coaster a colorful patchwork heart is nestled. The back has a circular cork pad to keep the coaster securely in place on your table or desk.

Patchwork Heart Coasters, and other fine gifts, are available from my shop at L Bowman studios.
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Murphy’s Tale Grows Longer

So how do you feel about those people at that place you used to live?

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Do you want me to bite them? Because I'll bite them! Slow your roll there Fighting Irish.

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Actually, I have mixed feelings about those people. At first I just wanted our rescuers to open out cages and turn their backs for five minutes. If anything were left, they could bury the pieces at their leisure.

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Then I found out that hoarding is a neurological problem, not a psychological one. It is more closely related to Parkinson's than OCD. You wouldn't blame someone with Parkinson's for shaking. It's not their fault. It's the disease.

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That being said, even though there is supposed to be a trial for animal abuse and cruelty, if those people are still on the outside, chances are they are still hoarding animals. They can't help themselves.

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Will you have to testify at the trial? Not exactly. The agency took photos of all of us at the house and later after we'd been cleaned and fed. They will be offered into evidence.

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So, while I understand that these people have an illness, I still hope they are put in jail. I think that is the only way they will stop hurting animals,

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I try not to think about those days. I prefer thinking about food!

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Floral Gift Bag in pastel colors
Celebrate Earth Day every day when you use this Floral Reusable Fabric Gift Bag/Tote Bag!

Reusable Fabric Gift Bag is handmade of a lovely floral and butterfly print fabric.  The handles are constructed using a coordinating shade of lavender.  The design consists of soft pink panes with yellow and lavender flowers twining among them with their lovely green leaves.   The bag has cotton lining and flexible interfacing.  At least half a dozen paperback books can fit into this sized bag.  It is also great for small electronics or gardening tools.

This Reusable Fabric Gift Bag, and other fine gifts, can be found at my shop at L Bowman Studios.
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Murphy’s Tale

Hey New Guy, why are you so skinny? Are you sick or something? He's not really that skinny, it's just that next to you everyone seems small.

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Oof!

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I actually look much better now. The last family I lived with nearly starved me to death.

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What do you mean "last family"? How can you have more than one family? Not all dogs are lucky enough to live their whole lives in one home.

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What happened? Well, there were over a hundred of us in this house.....

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How is that even possible? Where did you sleep? Did you all pile on the Big Bed?

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No, most of us were put in kennels and forgotten. Some were chained outside in the bitter cold to freeze. Inside, our kennels were stacked from the floor to the ceiling. They couldn't reach most of us, so we had to sit in our own waste day after day as we starved.

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I was so homesick. I missed my mom and cried and cried until I ran out of tears.

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Just when most of us had given up hope, strangers with trucks and vans and cars came. They took our captors away, then started hauling the kennels out. They didn'tknow our names, so they called us by whatever number we were as they pulled us out.

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How could someone not like this guy? He's so sweet? I don't like this guy. He's too sweet.

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Am I too sweet?

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Cute, funny, stubborn....always the smartest one in the room.  If you have a Scottie dog, you can't help but love them.  Their shaggy black coats and bright sparkling eyes always bring a smile to your face.

This white cotton hankie has a handsome black Scottie dog painstakingly hand painted in one corner. Around the puppy's neck is a red ribbon tied in a festive bow.  He - or she - is ready to accompany you on all your adventures, tucked neatly away in a pocket or purse.

Perfect for cold season, allergy season, or for the Scottie dog lover in your life, these hand painted hankies send wishes for good health to whoever use them.

This Hand Painted Scottie Dog Handkerchief, and other fine gifts, are available from my shop at L Bowman Studios.
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Basalt

Oh good heavens, please tell me that's not what I think it is. It sounds like you're dropping basalt.

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Maybe you could use some more fiber in your diet. I've been eating pumpkin wit my kibble, and it really helps.

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You mean the pumpkin from the freezer? But mommy froze that for me! Oh come on, there is enough pumpkin for all of us.

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What?! You've been eating my pumpkin too? Why I oughta...

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Pumpkin! Pumpkin! Pumpkin!

Last year I got at least 20 pumpkins from the garden. Trust me, there’s enough for all my guys.

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ASL Alien Hand Pillow with Galaxies

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Puppies, tell your moms how much you love them with this novelty Alien Hand Pillow. As with most aliens, this one conveniently speaks an earth language, saying “I love you” in ASL/American Sign Language.

This Alien Hand Pillow, along with many other fine gifts, is available from my shop at L Bowman Studios.

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Find It

Hey new guy, wanna play a game? Sure. How do you play? You close your eyes and wait while I hide a biscuit. Then I'll all you, and you sniff till you find it. OK!

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You're going to eat that whole box yourself, aren't you? Heck Yeah. Kidney Krisps are my favorite.

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After all, what's he going to do about it?

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Aw come on. Just give me the biscuit already!

I originally taught this game to Geordie. When Toby came along, I was worried that Geordie would understand the game better and get to the treats before Toby had a chance. Not. Toby caught on very quickly, and by Day 3 he was not only finding his biscuit but he was getting Geordie’s as well.

Without another dog to teach Murphy, it took him a tiny bit longer to catch on, but now he is ready to play every day. He is getting so good that I’m struggling for challenging hiding places for his treats.

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Handmade olive green tweed cardigan for men.

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If the weather where you are is still wintry, you might consider adding this hand knit Olive Green Tweed Wool Cardigan to your wardrobe. Cheaper than heating the whole house, this cardigan will keep you cozy warm in any season. From the freezing temperatures of winter to the too-chilly air conditioner of summer, this silky soft merino and tweed cardigan will keep you just right.

This Handmade Olive Green Tweed Cardigan and other fine gifts are available from my shop at L Bowman Studios.

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Beds

Geordie Bed

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Toby Bed

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Murphy Bed

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As soon as I brought this bed home for Murphy, he crawled into it and didn’t come out for 16 hours.

What time is it? I don’t care. Just wake me when it’s spring.

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Dream Our World

Catch up with what Bitey and Toby have been doing with Dream Our World. Inside, the two brothers view the world of art from a canine perspective and enjoy a day of unsupervised fun at the Museum of the Imagination.

Dream Our World, and other fine gifts, are available from my shop at L Bowman Studios.

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