Days of the Dog

Let's think about this for a moment.
Calumny towards dogs appears to be rampant.

Common Sayings
Only Mad Dogs and Englishmen go out in the mid-day sun
Dog Days of Summer

Film titles
Reservoir Dogs
How to Kill Your Neighbors Dog
Straw Dogs

Why pick on ever-faithful dogs while others of the animal kingdom are lauded. Check out the Lion King or even (see my title) Night of the Iguana. In that last film, the never-faithful iguana is set free; the former was so popular that a Broadway musical was created based solely on a children's cartoon.

In short, although mankind claims that his--or her--dog combines the qualities of companion, physician, and valued family member, the idiom of the English language suggests otherwise.

I recommend that people carefully examine their speech habits and frankly, mend their ways.

A Dog's Life

Yes, mine is a dog's life and a dog's life is a curious one.

For example: free & frequent feedings, fresh water always available, plenty of toys to play with, several reserved resting places and yes, a treasure trove of love, attention, appreciation and affection.

However, the photo above demonstrates the conundrum of a dog's life. [Remember that conundrum means: A paradoxical, insoluble, or difficult problem; a dilemma]

My own pillow cushions my own spot at the picnic table on the screened in porch. [Mama et Papa permit me to leave the door to the inside open even when the air conditioning's on.] Once on the porch I require my own water bowl be moved out as well. If I prefer it, my own porch chair, cushioned comfortably by a Power Ranger's blanket, is also available.

But also note: I am dressed, a dressed dog. And if you look closer, you'll notice the pink shirt and contrasting bandana-- green with a variety of colors including a touch of pink to coordiate the "outfit." Suggestive of a style designed by a fashionable dressmaker. [Dogs agree that the only dressed member of the animal kingdom should be one akin to a turkey.]

Now consider another shot. Two [awfully] Pink Items, a fake "dog," and a book about coutured little pooches. These were a gift, acquired [on purpose and after some consideration] by my Mama to give to hers. A birthday gift to my grandmama given to remind her of me.

Perhaps you know that people have coined sayings about dogs' interactions with humans which testify to our importance in the grand social formation. One is: don't be a dog in the manger, implying that although dogs lead fantastic lives we don't truly appreciate our good fortune.

Another that comes to mind: it's a dog's life. That one remains open to interpretation. Please spend some time thinking about it.