The curse of knowledge, Wikipedia states, “is a cognitive bias that occurs when an individual, communicating with other individuals, unknowingly assumes that the others have the background to understand.” That’s my problem when trying to communicate with Bernie and Chris. I read lots of books and go to lectures and view videos on how to communicate …
Month: April 2018
How to…
Last night I went to the writer’s critique meeting. It is a new adventure for me. I’ve been sharing my thoughts for a few years now. The vast majority of thoughts centered on interacting with Bernie and Chris. Bernie and Chris continue being an exciting part of my life. Well, to be truthful, they are …
A small piece of Bernie’s life
It’s Thursday, April 26, 2018. It’s already ninety-two degrees at ten in the morning. Both Bernie and Chris keep cool, fully stretched out on the tile floor. Not a sound from them. It was different last evening. Bernie was moaning and twitching, and his legs were spastically pumping. I’m used to that from him. He’s …
Chickens and more…
What started out to be a funny story; suddenly turned serious today. Here’s what happened… Nancy, my friend who lives in Ireland, shared an incident that made their newspapers. We both thought it was funny at the time. For me, it still is. Here’s the story: “PETA wants to erect a tombstone for chickens who …
Good Glorious Sunday Morning!
I can imagine you are wrapped in blankets when you hear that hearty greeting. Your mouth puckers, your left cheek muscles stretch as your right eye slams shut while simultaneously your left eye seeks what has suddenly interrupted your peaceful slumber. Yeah, I’m going off half-cocked. It’s sixty-five degrees on a beautiful dark five o’clock …
Slowly, I think I am going crazy
Seriously, I really do. For the last two days, Bernie and Chris didn’t attack the front door after their exercise to rush to the food bowl. Instead, they merely ambled to the bedroom and lay down. That’s all they did. And that is unusual for them. I’ve had these dogs for more than five years, …
What’s up with my dogs?
For the last two days, Bernie and Chris have acted different when it comes to food. Their normal procedure is to beat the door down so I can prepare their breakfast and Bernie is right at my elbow waiting to lick the spoon and scarf his bowl. Chris isn't that eager but will be eating within a few minutes... I've …
Speed Limit
This interesting speed limit notification is displayed at the entrance and exit to Sunflower RV Resort in Surprise, Arizona. It’s effective because it got my attention, and I suspect anyone who sees it. Such a specific speed limit needs an explanation. Here’s mine. One reason is the odd number easily attracts attention. Another reason is …
Payton, Arizona Trip 4-14-18
Today I turned 79 and decided to take Bernie and Chris up to Payson, Arizona. The weather had hit 100 degrees a few days ago, but then it suddenly turned extremely windy. Cold wind from the north dropped the temperature into the low sixty’s, and the stiff wind kept the Sunflower RV Resort staff …
The Oatman story
“Hey, Joseph… check out Oatman, Arizona for your next trip.” I was online chatting with Dave. He lives somewhere in Colorado and was giving me daily weather reports. It’s shortly after Easter, and he’s talking about snow while I am enjoying ninety-degree, sunny weather in Surprise, Arizona. The conversation topic wasn’t weather, but where I …
