Pawsitively Kimmy

Two Hundred and Fifty Eight Paws

Dear Brothers,

Thank you for being so loving with me after my bath. I’m not so fond of the baths, but I am used to them now, truth be told. I knew I was the pup in the house that was going to get a bath today, I had a feeling in my tail about it. When I heard the water running midday, I just knew it. You both take baths before bed time and the parents take them whenever, but dada said bath, then went upstairs, and then I was summoned. It’s been a while since I had a “b” thing, and I felt so elated and relieved when I was finished being bathed that I decided to run full force down the stairs. Mama’s voice stopped me though and I waited until she opened the gate thing for me.

You were super jazzed up Leo, you raced around yelling, “Kimmy! Kimmy, wait Kimmy!” I knew I needed to wait little dude, I appreciate the care and concern you provided towards me. You’re a thoughtful and kind human. I’m so glad that you’re all a part of my pack. I’m not quite sure where I’d be without my human pack, and vice versa. You know that I take the best of care when we’re out on our walks. Our walks are lead by me, the official Kimmy. Plus, now that I’m super squeaky clean, my fur shines in the sunlight on these walks I lead. Gotta go nap.

xo,

Kimmy

Two Hundred and Fifty Seven Paws

Dear Kimmy,

Hi, brother here writing to you. I wanted to let you know that I am working hard on a new skill for humans which is called, “Potty training,” it means that you train the potty to catch your pee and poops. You seemed extra interested in my potty chair, and my body this morning. Now, I appreciate your interest and camaraderie, but, I do not need you to give my leg and bum kisses. I know that it’s your way of showing me loves, but I don’t need the kisses when I’m doing the business.

Did you know that I have watched you do your business for the last two and a half years?! That’s a long time for a human. I know that dogs go potty outside, for the most part, unless they’re having a problem. I also know that humans go potty inside on a toilet. I’ve been reading a lot of books about all of this lately and I’m working hard on concentrating when I need to go or when my timer helps me remember to check. It’s pretty exciting for everyone. Thanks for keeping me company and being my buddy, just remember let’s give kisses when I’m not on the potty. Okay dokey? Now Kimmy, you say, “Arti-chokey!” Love you doggy friend.

xo,

Leo

Two Hundred and Fifty Six Paws

Dear Brothers,

Hi there small humans! Things have been weird in the world, and now they’ve gotten weirder. The weather outside is glum, I can smell the acrid scent of fire and smoke. The sky looks all brown like the old photos mama and dada have. I don’t understand exactly what’s happening, but I can tell you that something is happening in the woods.

Our world is showing the results of too much usage. Even the usual suspects of squirrels and birds seem to be tucked away in their nests. They have only frolicked a bit in the morning here and there while I watched out of the window. I don’t blame them though. We haven’t been out and about much either. It’s not good for our breathing, so says the momma and dada. I can still snuffle and snort around outside for a little bit and then I rush back inside because when one of the grown up’s says, “Kimmy come back inside right now pup!” I get it, they’re just making sure that I’m doing ok, which makes sense, but really and truly, I am missing my walks and my play time immensely. I know you do too LDB, and little one as well. Irving, you can’t gaze up at the trees because of the smokes in the air. I hope that this passes soon and that the trees and forests receive the much needed rain soon.

xo,
Kimmy

Hey, yes, I am sitting and watching all of you be strange humans.

Two Hundred and Fifty Five Paws

Dear Brothers,

There’s something amiss in the air. The atmosphere seems cloudy and tinged with the smells of the beach after humans put out the fires. It’s as if we’re in a small space with the smokes. I don’t like the smell very much. It fills up my nostrils when I’m trying to get the scent trails and then it takes off again when I breathe out. We went on a little walk this morning, you and I. I loved being out and about in our neighborhood with you and daddy. Tiny one, Irving was still in a snooze fest from his night time sleeps. I joined him after I got home with you Leo. It’s really tiring to traverse the warm pavement and guide daddy into the right direction. You never know what squirrels might run across our pathway, I must be on the look out at all times!

Later on you, Mama, and Irving did the mat play, squishy kinetic sand and play dough business together. I’m not quite sure what’s so special about that play time. I would honestly prefer a dog toy or bone, but y’all didn’t invite me either. I don’t have anything much to say except those play things smell weird and Irving drooled a lot while he watched you. I leapt up into my chair and hung out for a while getting some sleep in-between making sure you were all doing okay. Speaking of sleeps, I gotta go get my first afternoon nap on now. I love you.

xo,

Kimmy

Two Hundred and Fifty Four Paws

Dear Leo,

Do you know what is the best feeling ever? Your gentle dog pets and kisses, oh and hugs! I can’t forget the sweet little brother hugs. Ther other day I walked by Irving and I gave him all the licks and baby kisses that I could give him in a passing minute. He didn’t seem to mind so much when I kissed his face and toes. There’s something so sweet about the way he chats, looks around, and can hold himself up. I’d really just like to cuddle with both of you when you do the sleeps, but I know that we all need our space, but I am still partial to proximity with you both, but on my terms, of course.

There are times when I need some space, and when both of you need space too, but I still love to be near you. In fact, I believe it’s my job to be there for you as much as possible. A dog’s life or purpose is to be the companion for their humans. You’re all my humans of the pack and mama is the alfa and dada the beta. I’m third in life, but lil dude Leo, you seem to think that you’re in charge some of the time. I do have news for you, but that’s ok, I’ll let you think you’re in charge. I’m a flexible pup, I’ll let you have that, but trust me, I know things too.

xo,

Kimmy

Two Hundred and Fifty Three Paws

Dear Brothers,

Why is it that I have to ride in the back of the moving vehicle? I mean, don’t get me wrong, I am so pleased to be with you all, but still, I’m in the rear. I do have to also admit that I was inside the car, but in the back. Dad built a little bed for me out of my sleepy time blanket and I was rather cozy with my own window too, but still, like I said, I was in the back. I like to be up close to the front, right in between my boys, all cozy, panting, and getting any fallen snacks that come my way. It’s one of those things that brings me great joy in life. Snacks, kisses, and cuddles, what more could a doggy want from this life?

On a completely other paw, I think that is what the world needs now, love. As silly or as simple as it may seem, love is what you, me, and everyone needs more of. I can see it when we’re on a walk, or driving down the road, people need to lift up their heads and show each other love. Sometimes I do that by wagging my tail, by smile panting, or by nudging with my head. I’m not sure what else to say in order to explain it but this: try to add a little bit more love everywhere you go.

xo,

Kimmy

Two Hundred and Fifty Two Paws

Dear Brothers,

Ah the beach! The wondrous and mighty roar of the ocean, did you hear it? Did you smell it? I sure did. The moment our car exited the highway I could smell the sea air through the window. There is something so freeing to me about that smell. It’s as if it rushes up through my nostrils and out into my body causing it to completely relax and feel elated at the same time.

I adore being on the sand, feeling the squishiness in my paws and running free. I ran so fast, and so hard towards mama that dada dropped my leash and I kept circling mama. I looked like a puppy again, she said, my jaw was loose and my lips were flapping in the breeze. I loved being able to roam with my family by my side. There is something to be said about going on a trip far away from home and then returning and feeling that sense of knowing that you’re in your space. That’s how I have been feeling the last couple of days. I missed my bed, my couch, and our environment. I couldn’t wait to jump in and snooze, but I also wouldn’t have minded staying at the beach. It’s one of the best places for smells, peace, and fabulous frolicking. I hope my brothers liked it too. I’m pretty sure you did because you were giggling, running, and screaming freely Leo and Irving stared at all the moving sand and talked too. Love you both.

xo,

Kimmy

Two Hundred and Fifty One Paws

Dear Little Dudes,

Hi there. Greetings to the world and us from the beach. We traversed a mountain of sand this morning at full speed gallop aka Kimmy style. I had so much fun taking in every snuffly smell that I could, while pulling dad along for the ride. I was so jazzed that once we got up the mountain of sand, we had to race full speed down the other side of it. While running, dad and I leapt over a log that was actually a lip that lead us over an edge that we weren’t aware of. Good thing I have four feet to land on, and dad has two sturdy legs. We let you both know that there was a big edge coming up as you two approached it. I say two because Irving and mama are like one entity when he is in the front pack. One day he’ll walk on two human legs like you Leo, but for now, he does the, become one with mama or dada thing, aka: the front pack. I loved it when you ran up to me yelling my name Leo, that made me feel super proud to be your dog buddy. I love when we’re altogether and adventuring into the great unknown.

Later we raced down to the water and back up towards mama. I went full throttle towards mama and you raced too Leo. You watched as dada let go of my leash so that I wouldn’t, “take mama out,” with the lead as I ran around her and Irving at full speed. I haven’t made that kind of, “wild dog running,” face in quite a while. I love being adventurous and letting loose while running. My joints were a little sore when I got home though, so I’ve been resting quite a bit. Mama and dada say that it is important for me to rest and not romp about because I have some joint issues. I feel better when I take my doggy joint treat, but we forgot to bring them with us to this beautiful place. There’s a lot of things to remember and so, it’s ok to forget things sometimes. I love you boys. Thanks for taking me to the happiest place on earth, the beach, and for taking in the adventures together.

xo,

Kimmy

Two Hundred and Fifty Paws

Dear Brothers,

Yesterday morning was a rough one for me. I wasn’t by your side during the pre-walk and walk to the beach. I sulked on the floor for quite some time. I forgot what I was sulking about for a little while, and then, finally, you all came back smelling like the salt, water, and sand. I still don’t understand why mama wouldn’t take me with her, when she knows that I know the route to the beach. She had you baby I, the tiny one in the front pack, one hand for you Leo, and she had a totally free hand ready for me to guide her with the leash, but alas, I did not accompany you all. <Sigh.> I asked her about this choice with my eyes, but all she said was, “I love you Kimmy, we’ll go on a walk soon.”

And, later on in the daytime we did, go on a walk that is. I enjoyed our walk as a whole family immensely. My ears were flying in the windy breeze, and the parents kept putting on the masks during the walk. They need more fur these days because of whatever is in the air when they do their workout business outside. In fact, a lot of humans wear more fur on their heads. It’s bewildering to me, and also makes me laugh a little bit because, as a dog, I can see right through any layers of fur. I read the aura and feeling vibes of the humans that I encounter. Sometimes you wear the extra fur too little brothers. You both seem to like it now, and you run around outside LDB just the same with or without the jackets and fur being on. Occasionally I’ll help you take it off by running up to you full throttle and licking your ears until it comes off. Boy did I digress. Well meaning doggy business aside, I just love being with our family, so please don’t leave me at home when you venture to the sandy hills again, ok?

Xo,

Kimmy

Two Hundred and Forty Nine Paws

Dear Brothers,

Did you know that there is a place called, the beach? Well, now that I think of it, Leo knows about it. Irving on the other hand has not heard, seen, or visited the beach. This wondrous place is filled with smells, water, sand, and all the shells of crabs you could imagine. My favorite thing to do on the beach is: run. I love it when the wind blows so hard that my ears fly up. It’s the best feeling to be free, moving, and smelling everything in sight. I couldn’t imagine a better day than one spent on the beach with my boys. You two grow so fast, and I keep thinking that I’m growing too, but maybe it’s just in my heart. You know your heart can grow, or so I hear. Perhaps it’s that metaphorical thing the big humans talk about? Your heart and mind expand, but your body stops growing, but it does change or transform in a way. This is especially true since you two humans came along. I love you puppy brothers.

xo,

Kimmy