Piglet Play

I think this is supposed to be a toy. It does roll nicely when I push it.

My problem is that I can’t see where I’m going and sometimes find myself bumping into someone or getting stuck somewhere.

Should my toys come with safety warnings? Maybe this is not a toy. 

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Tall One

My, aren’t you the tall one? At least it appears that way from where I sit.

It’s interesting how things appear from different perspectives.

If I stood up, I bet you wouldn’t look so tall.

I’m making myself a personal challenge to try to see things from different perspectives.

If I see you behaving in a way I don’t like, I’ll ponder what might be troubling you.

My aim will be to not jump to conclusions about your intentions.

Of course, that does NOT excuse any bad behavior that you might display (just sayin’).

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Happy Snow Trails

One thing that bothers me about the snow is that I can’t have a good run.

When I try to run, I sink and get stuck.

Fortunately, I have a good dad.

Most dads shovel the sidewalk or driveway.

My dad shovels me a fun trail through the snow in our back yard. He’s the best!

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Name Your Poison

This is an Eastern Black Swallowtail.

It uses a variety of plants as hosts for its caterpillars, even poison hemlock.

Interestingly, hemlock is what the ancient Greeks used to execute prisoners.

Think about it.

A tiny caterpillar can munch on a poisonous plant like candy while we would drop down dead if we tried the same thing.

This gives a new meaning to the expression, “Name your poison.” 

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Snow Dog

Okay, I know I am not big enough to help pull a sled.

My fur is not made for outdoor winter. weather.

Still, there’s something fun about being sprinkled all over with snow.

I can take run in the back yard and pretend that I am a real Snow Dog. 

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Golly, It’s Cold

Snow always looks so inviting.

When the door opens, I dash out to enjoy myself.

Before long, I begin to get a chill.

Then I simply sit here and think to myself, “Golly, it’s cold.”

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