All Dogs Go to Heaven

People who are pet owners generally recognize that their animals' life spans are shorter than humans', but that doesn't make it any easier when one of our furry friends goes to the "happy hunting grounds" in the sky. And for so many of us, our pets are such ubiquitous presences in our lives that they are just as important -- if not more important in some cases -- as our parents, siblings and other relatives.

Today, I was saddened to hear of the passing of my friend A's beloved pooch Molly. I think that I've always felt some sort of pet-owner kinship with A and her husband because they loved and adored their furry baby just as much as I've loved all of mine, especially Uno (who will always hold the title of 'Sweetest and Best Dog EVER' for me). For a lot of people, the passing of ones' pet is a sad experience, but for A, and for me, it's something that never leaves you.

Some pets are such special, unique, one of a kind creatures that when they die, a void is left inside your heart that can never be re-filled. Which is not to say that future pets aren't showered with just as much love and affection and ear scratches and doggie treats. Just, some leave such an impression that you can't ever forget how special they were.

So, rest in peace sweet Molly. I know she's at the dog park in the sky, chasing squirrels and barking at the mailman with Uno.

Phanatic Around Town: Just Under the Wire

The Phanatic Around Town exhibit ends this week with each statue being auctioned off. So, on Thursday and Sunday I roamed Old City to gather the last few pictures. So without further ado...

Independence Hall Visitors Center

















National Constitution Center

















Franklin Square

















Seaport Museum

















 Betsy Ross House

















Philadelphia Zoo


















Aaaaand - project complete!

Now, what's next?

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orthoepy: Dictionary.com Word of the Day

Incorrect pronunciations of (fairly) common words drives me up the wall. It's one of my biggest grammar/vocabulary/English language pet peeves.

orthoepy: Dictionary.com Word of the Day: "orthoepy: the study of correct pronunciation."

Photo of the Day, 8/17/2010

I saw this as I was zooming by in a cab. I'll have to take a walk by some time after work to adequately capture the art deco amazingness of the facade.






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Phanatic Around Town, Special Edition

This is the Phanatic bobblehead giveaway from Stitch n Pitch last week. Many, many thanks to JK and JM for picking him up for me since I couldn't go!



















BTW, please note that he's knitting!


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Phanatic Around Town, Citizens Bank Park & Piazza at Schmidts in Northern Liberties

I took both of these photos a long time ago and somehow forgot to post.

The one at the ballpark is behind glass, so there's a little bit of a glare.

At CBP...




















...and at the Piazza.




















 Just 6 more to go. I'll be able to bust out 5 at the same time, though, since they're all in the same vicinity.


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Photo of the Day, 8/12/2010

New neighborhood mural!







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Quote of the Day, 8/5/2010

If you want to lift yourself up, lift up someone else.

-Booker T. Washington

Photo of the Day, 8/3/2010

How could I never have noticed this statue and clock right above the Tiffany's store on Walnut Street?!




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Photos of the Day, 7/31/2010

Cuteness squared! I spent the day visiting my adorable goddaughter K and her baby sister S. They are both such hams! A special bonus is that I just happened to be there when S started taking her first steps (using K's toy stroller as a support)! It was amazing watching her discover her new skills!

And K is so very funny. She manages to sort of make jokes (in the way that only a 2 year old can do!) and crack herself up. She can also get her way by just smiling, which cracked us grownups up.

Anyway, they're both so sweet, funny, loving, unique, and full of personality, and I'm beyond happy that I could spend the day with them!





(At the library)












(At the playground - K's going to be a rock climber!!)
















(Practicing walking at home)
















(Getting used to the slide at the playground)













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