Tequila Chilli'n on the sofa. She really does sit like this - just hoping someone will reach up and scratch that tummy. Daisy has her favorite spot in the back yard where she lies and throws her raccoon up into the air and Scruffy does the full body stretch, tail wiggle - 'you know you want to pat me strut!'  
Then of course there is Darkie - our kitty who is clearly the ZEN Master of the house. 
 All cats are - or can be. 
Animals remind us to live in the moment. They don't care how funny they look! If you laugh at them - they wag their tail! They don't take it personal they MAKE it personal!  I LOVE my girls they keep me in the moment and I thank God for them.  They also inspire a few toons.....   If you have a pet - give them a good scratch, cuddle and pat today! Let them know you deserve all the love they give you. ;-)  xox<>< 

Last days till contest closes. Scruffy for Fido!   Someone pointed out to me they believe this Scruffy thing is just a distraction to myself! LOL- I have an important meeting coming up next week and will be making a very important decision! Surgery - so I said well if Scruffy wins and it is the same date - Surgery will have to wait!  -KIDDING! It was not received with the smile I thought I would get. 

Scruffy is trying to win the FIDO  photoshoot! 
Well,we both are!!
Someone told me about the casting call so I entered - thinking - "Oh, that would be cute."  I KNOW she is cute - and everyone that meet Scruffy usually can't help but express an 'Awwwwwwwwww'.  Not only that Scruffy is a well behaved little bitch!  As an after thought I checked out what she can actually win! 

The Grand Prize winner will receive :
A 3-day VIP trip to Montreal including airfare and/or limousine/train transportation, a doggy spa treatment, a spa treatment for the owner, a limo ride around Montreal and most importantly, professional grooming and a photo shoot starring the winning pooch. 
The prize also includes:

• Food for the dog for the duration of the trip
• $1,000 in spending money
• A Fido LG Optimus L7, a Fido gift card worth $100 and a Fido branded USB key
• A gold medal engraved with the winning dog’s name
• A dog accessory in Fido colours

A total value of $10,845

How cool would that be!? Just the thought of hanging with Scruffy in Montreal! PUTS a smile on my face and hers too! We are both in need of some serious grooming! LOL I am NOT going to groom Scruffy - and she needs it right now - I will let Fido do their best! (fingers crossed) So, I am going to have fun with it! I am going to try to win! WHY else enter and with a little help from my friends I believe we have a fantastic chance! 
Irony of this is I do NOT own a cell phone. NOT even sure how to use them! I guess I can learn! Please take a moment to vote! You can vote once a day!  

CLICK on the link>>> http://fidocastingcall.ca/dog/589820037
REMEMBER you can VOTE one a day! 
The end of the contest is Sept 10th! So get them in now!!    THANK you!

Even dogs have stuff.  Scruffy had her bunny since we got her , approx. 5 years. She loved her bunny , I have drawn toons about the bunny love - it was on several levels - ones I admired. She would show her bunny  animal foreplay, thrashing her from side to side and throwing her around the room then pretending to chase and catch! She would lay and nuzzle her cheek to the point where the "cheek" was forever  crusty. 'Humping' was another  bunny past time usually followed with more snuggles. 
Well not to long ago Daisy destroyed bunny - I was not here to stop the bunny slaying. Scruffy has moped ever since. Making matters worse is Daisy has a raccoon she is crazy about and plays with it all the time. The look on Scruffy face when watching Daisy is priceless and - the toon was born. Stuff, even our dogs have stuff.  Favorite toys, balls - did I created this or is it natural? Would they not be as easily amused with a stick?  
I'm not so sure. 
All I can say is we are looking for a bunny to replace the bunny Scruff is missing.  It will have to be from a 2nd hand store as Im not paying for a new bunny!  I do believe dogs like toys but I don't believe they know if it cost 20 or 80. that is for me to decide. What I know for sure is everything is more fun when I play with them and more than any toy my girls just want to be loved. 
xox <><

Snoop Dog <NOW> Snoop Lion!  How cool! As we grow we change. My own cartoon strip changes all the time and I have decided always will. LIFE changes. I remember reading about Lynn Johnston (cartoonist, personal hero'ess' of mine, woman,  AMAZING GIFTED CARTOONIST and a Canadian)  let the dog Farley die in the strip  much to many disappointed fans. But as a cartoonist  -you draw what you love  I love my family, pets, friends, Cannabis, God, good, Buddha..  When my dog Hunny died I had a hard time drawing her after - still do and then just thought o.k. time to move on - move over, Move UP!  Be better. Why should artists be any different we have to do what we feel makes us better.  Every day we should all work at being better. Making this a better place.
Snoop has some people not so happy about his decision but any true fan knows Snoop is still Snoop!  I must say myself I know him lately more for him being the man he is than the artist.  I like how he was in the kitchen with Martha - Hee Hee Hee, I  bet they had fun. 
Snoop speaks his mind/stands up for his friends Willie & Cannabis and now is going to where he believes he needs to be. Snoop Lion!  I read  he feels he is Bob Marley re incarnated. There can never be another Bob BUT the thought of the TWO combined - Excites my ears!     
Today if you can hear. Be thankful!
xox <><

I saw this cute stick figure drawing on line and was inspired to re-draw. I like the message.
My mind is full these days. Looking forward to meeting with the surgeon (although -no lies- a little nervous), and of course there is always other stuff.  LIFE. Up and DOWN
Last week Storms hearing aid broke - but when he told me, for once it did not stress us out as he had purchased  an extra years warranty at his last visit for  almost $400.oo!  So we thought- I was called this week (so much for client patient privledge also- Storm being the client who paid for everything himself - yet I was called) was informed - "oh, that was just for one hearing aid" ... clearly WE miss understood.
And when I called to question I was verbally yelled at, was told  (meaning Storm) "perhaps he should learn to read".  Adding insult to injury.  
Storm finally called him as he still had not bothered to call Storm - only to be just as offended by this "professional".  He also denied (lied) to Storm and said he did not yell at me or say anything. I was literally shaking after our phone conversation - which was in fact BULLYING on an adult level.  
I had to let it go I don't need the stress. BUT I can't not let it go . This man is in my community and most of his clients are older disabled clients.  IS this how he will treat them - when something is not explained clearly? Will he yell at them when they ask for an explanation?  I have many elderly friends in this community - many who I met through church and care for very much- the thought of one of them experiencing this - is concerning.   If one other person is spared this treatment - GOOD!  YES, I realize it is his word against mine. We have no reason to lie. It is the last thing we need to worry about. 
I was so upset I was going to post it on FB - but I have too many people - disabled that would be disgusted. 
That's it - we wrote it off. 
At least the seed has been planted - people made aware- they might not believe me - I don't care, HE will NOW have to PROVE otherwise - and EXPLAIN properly to patients,  provide CLEAR, professional paperwork and  God wiling - be a better person. 
Unfortunately Storm is out almost $400. and still has no hearing in the one ear. ;-(

Today I have spent time with the dogs, Daisy especially with a ball being forced into my ribs as I TRY to draw-  is teaching me to be mindful. The toon is with Tequila - as she is getting old she just likes to sit beside me and look. I look at her and I see Peace. I pat her and I feel peace.  I wish everyone could have a dog. 
I also better understand the phrase the more I know people (like this hearing aid guy) the more I like my dogs.

Now back to work on Snoop lion.
xox <>< 

I am spending some time - organizing, sorting and have found so many cartoons - not yet inked! Yippie - it's like a holiday for me - I don't have to THINK of new material just ink, color and I'm done. It always amuses me when the guys see a toon they have not seen before- Storm just saw this one for the first time and loved it.  Poor Scruffy.  I also found some really nice 'not cartoons' - but more art.
How often do we get caught up -  and forget to have fun.  I do! When I start to feel overwhelmed I draw other stuff, life, dogs and Laughing Buddha. Variety. Then I feel better and stronger about drawing with a purpose. 
I also found many drawings that I will part with - Gifts. Which is exciting - I will have some draws and contests  or just send some out. Occasionally I get e mail from  fellow cartoonists - newly starting and I think it is wonderful if I can share and encourage.   
We should share our talent. 
Oh exciting news! I was contacted from someone is Germany and they will be making one of my toons into a banner for the big parade in August!  > Big Hanf Parade in Berlin on the 11th of August <  HOW cool is that!! My work getting the message across in Germany.  I AM proud of that.  If you'rethere send me photos! ;-) 
*IF anyone wants an image to use for a banner or print to hand out educate they can contact me and I will send them a better quality image  to use for such events. ;-)  Back to work! All new stuff coming up the next few weeks.
* Note - thank you to my good pal Marie (a.k.a IBelieve ) on FB  who posts  my work for me when I try to do other stuff... gives me time to draw, heal & rest ;-) yet still share! I get by with a little help from my friends ;-) 
Have fun - take a break from the cause and just HAVE fun.
<>< xox

Summer is here and around this house it really means the Dog Days of Summer are upon us! I love it. I am NOT a winter person - but I love Canada so I endure;-)  Summer = OUTSIDE!  I have 3 dogs and they love to be outside! The pool - appears to be Daisy's own playground right now - she is the first one in it and Scruffy in her boat -long before those too is Tequila. My GROWLING, crusty, bad breath, over weight, almost blind, poops in the house when she KNOWS that it is a firecracker weekend! My LOVE Tequila.  As I was drawing this toon in the gazebo she came and fell asleep beside me - as she is now, so I took the opportunity to draw her still life, thinking about what a great dog she is the entire time. Tequila is 15. She was run over by a car when younger and survived without a scratch! It was a miracle. She surfs in the pool and has used it since the day we opened it - we laugh as she will lose a good 5 lbs every summer, LOVES Halloween as much as Norm and jumps at bats! Is my master squirrel chaser and BALL fetcher - but does not give it to you, she makes you chase her around the house for it. Well she was.. Daisy seems to be faster on the fetch and rubs it in Tequilas face every time. So I've learned to throw 2 balls the first far for Daisy and the second close to Ticky. Her eyesight is failing so her ball days are almost over, she also seems to be feeling the heat a bit more.. I will love her till the day she dies and will keep going until she tells us she can't go anymore. 
Right now she still tries and that is all that matters. The lessons dogs teach us. Priceless. 
xox <><

Daisy- our sweet girl who is not yet one is non-stop fun! Storm really has trained Daisy marvelously - with the exception of her barking at the neighbors dog through the fence - or anyone else that gets too close to "our" fence (in her mind).  Even then once we call her she stops. She comes when called and drops what ever she has in her mouth , normally a ball but sometimes - a bird, mouse, a plant that she has pulled - roots and all - but of course I told her to drop the other day and she behaved so well. 
Cat pooh.  
Yes, I can distinguish my pet pooh from many years of scooping and stooping.  Then she waited like 'wow isn't that neat mom!?'  So of course LATER - it did cause me to giggle and Storm squirt milk out of his nose when I told him about how well she behaved. 
I LOVE my dogs. Not a day goes by where they do not make me laugh. Sometimes cringe.. 
Always feel loved. 

xox <>< 

Time for fishing and if you check out my page last year you see that we fished from the dock. Well Storm has purchased himself a bass boat!  We took it out on the lake last sunday Norm, Storm and I and have to say we laughed the entire time!  I enjoy fishing with Storm anyway but it takes it to a new level! Sitting on the water (the boat is big- if need be I could lie down comfortably)  is so peaceful - not to mention the quality time and amazing conversations.
It only has two seats - it IS a fishing boat. and the rest just room to stand, Storm and his dad have already made several improvements! Norm is as excited as Storm! 
I have been informed that the boat is like a man cave on the water, and there are rules.  When asked how I pee without falling over the side-  I was informed "through your dick"  Smart Ass... but did make me giggle.  I guess I will deal with that  hurdle when I get there. 
I already have my back pack packed! Sketchbook of course! Pencil case, ipod, book - currently reading ( and loving)  Life of Pi, and wondering what to pack in the picnic lunch! I forgot my camera the first day out - was too excited! I won't forget next time.  It is also nice that Storm is able to medicate  - so it really turns into a great way to just DE STRESS and relax.  So I am looking forward to an entire new set of toons!!! All around fishing! Yesterday we had to visit Bass pro of course! Storm bought me my own BRIGHT yellow ( I liked pink but - that is a boat cave rule - no pink) fishing pole!  Today I go out to dig up worms.  I don't really care if I catch anything. I just love hanging out with my son and surrounded by all the beauty.  So you will soon see 'Gone fishing'  I hope many times on our door. Below - the girls and I do some inspecting!   xox <><

I spent the morning in the garden - my mom bought me this great little guy! I call him OmBoy HomeBoy!
He has the slightest little smile and I have moved him all over the back yard - finally resting in my gazebo where I meditate/pray the most in the summer. He looks like he was meant to be  in my garden.  Just the sight of him makes me feel more at peace.  
What a beautiful day!  I don't have a car and it was so nice I decided to take the dogs for a walk! As always it turned out to be somewhat of an adventure- surrounded by beauty (that almost didn't happen).
Scruffy! Little power house that she is was so excited she tugged me as I was putting on her leash and my glasses fell and I stepped on them! ARRRRGGGGGGH! Oh well, I was already on my way and was not going to let that stop me! So off we went!  Wild flowers everywhere! Daisy's!! Tomorrow I am going back to pick myself a bouquet of Daisy's! The girls loved it of course and we know Daisy LOVES water from the pool but I had no idea! 
ONLY in Keswick you say! - Behind the Walmart plaza is a pond with a boat launch! LOL!! DAISY found a little slice of heaven! The second she spotted it she was in! Chasing dragon flies, butterflies - all in the water!  I LOVE dogs. They remind us to LIVE in the moment!  I sat for a while - even though I could not see much in the distance! It was wonderful. I think tomorrow I'll pack a little picnic;-)
My girls below and my little Om Boy..   Today! LIVE in the moment!    xox <>< 

Wow - when it rains it pours! GREAT stuff!!  Today my baby gets his first vehicle that he is purchasing on his own!  WOW - He drove my car to the end - the past year we had to have it towed a few times and Storm is also looking for a little more comfort and we safety ;-) I am SO proud of him ( both of us are) He works very hard and saves his money and today he will drive home his new wheels and drive his mom to the EXPO in comfort and style! LOL I can't wait till he brings it home. * note car for sale- great clunker  for getting around, also great starter car for new kid driver. DOES not go very fast hee hee hee.
In just 3 more days I'll be setting up for the EXPO! I'm as ready as I will ever be! My sherpa (below) in the garage making boxes for the originals, LB is painted and ready to take photos! The Happy Hippie is ready to GO!  I AM SO EXCITED and I'm feeling GREAT! 
My botox seems to be at it's prime and I have to thank the Dr.  he is mastering where the injections go and I am NOT in as much pain! :-) YEAH! Any that I am, is quickly  helped with Cannabis!!   I am SO READY! 
We did open the pool on the weekend and Daisy LOVES it! All Storm had to do was whistle and she was in - right over to him and would stay in the pool as long as he did.  Some photos below I have to go and do some last minute painting!!! <>< XOX

I will say that I will be happy when the EXPO is over so I might resume cartooning - the ideas are backlogged in my brain - Not much room in there these days ;-) 

We decided to go for that nature walk this afternoon and it was a beautiful day to go!  We drove a way with the dogs - they were all excited - ROAD TRIP!! Much to my delight - It's Trillium time!! They were every where and not yet in bloom only buds waiting to POP! 
They do not last long, they are Ontario's official flower ;-) 3 leaves - it is illegal to pick them. As tempted as I was - I did not.  We walked and walked - my son had his medicine and 
we just kept going. The weather and sunshine  could not have been better.  Well - needless to say I am now pooped - all my girls are! Daisy had her first off leash experience and was amazing- never running more than a few feet in front of Storm the entire time. That dog loves her boy.  I kept thinking this is as simple as it should be .. walking through nature- so many different plants. It's a plant. Give it back to nature and let the insanity end.  We were looking for mushrooms - but I have no clue on how to find them - I see them posted all over FB but  -no such luck. I did see several flowers, a butterfly or two and just had a wonderful relaxing walk with those I love most. 

The kit is available! I am very excited. I have my kit and love it if I do say so myself! 
I am so sold on this kit- it all came at the right time - We just got Daisy and she was just a pup! I watch shows now and just from drawing for the kit - I can (like magic) guess how the dog is going to react! Wow, I wish I had known all this sooner.  Daisy is the main character! 

If you know anyone who is getting a pet or has a new pup this is the ultimate gift! You just might be saving the family much heart ache, chewed furniture and puppy frustration! 
I LOVE the kit because it comes with this terrific chart - I showed Storm and he loved the idea- you can write what you have done and no excuse for slacking or if you forget!  Puppies are NOT PROPS,  they are family members for many years! We have had dogs live to be 15!  If you train them right from the start you have such wonderful pets and they do not like to be yelled at.  I know just a look can have Daisy drop her head and drag her tail - not because we have ever hit her but because we have taken the time to let her know what is and is not acceptable behavior in our home - we also had to work a little extra as she grew- she decided Scruffy is her favorite toy!  So a little discipline and all are getting along like one big happy  family!  
I am also pleased to say I have made a new friend with the creator of the Kit - Rachelle - how could I not - her love for the canine is obvious - she really want's to make a difference- she wants to help STOP  dogs being sent to the shelter and eventually destroyed.  Rachelle has seen it happen too many times and this was the driving force for her passion! 
I am proud to call her friend. So if you have a dog - it's never too late!! Or you know someone who is bringing home a puppy! THIS IS the perfect gift. Check them out on Face Book - once they reach 200 LIKES they are drawing for a free Kit!!
https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Happy-Puppy-Training-Kit-and-Introduction-To-Canine-Body-Language/325099824206867  or just search The Happy Puppy training kit! 
ALSO check out the web site! : http://www.windywillowspetservices.caI can't tell you how amazing this kit has change our doggie home - while training Daisy - Scruffy has really become a top honor student of her own!  It is wonderful...xox  <><

Love is  a boy and his dog, for both of them. 
Love is for me,  both of them.
Drawing, Thinking, Praying.
xox <><