Tag Archives: Dogs

In the Palm of God’s Hand

Posted on June 7, 2018 by Tom Garrett

“Bacon’s favorite thing is love. Even more than food.” My mom has told me some version of that at least a dozen times. If you’ve ever been around my dog Bacon when you happened to be eating a meal, this … Continue reading →

Posted in Commentary | Tagged Bacon, Best in the World, Bonnie Blue Rescue, Commentary, Death, Dogs, Farewells, Life, Personal | 3 Comments

Let’s Look at Some Pictures of Puppies

Posted on June 13, 2016 by Tom Garrett

2016 has been a rough year in nearly every way imaginable. I wish that I could say things are looking up. Yet, I find my customary optimism waning as even foreseeable events (particularly one in November) have the potential to … Continue reading →

Posted in Commentary, General Culture and News, Pictures | Tagged Animals, Barney, Beauty, Commentary, Dogs, General Culture and News, Happiness, Macy, Optimism, Orlando, Pictures | Leave a comment

Barney and Macy Today

Posted on August 31, 2012 by Tom Garrett

For those who are curious about the tiny, almost-hairless (great Cameron Crowe movie, btw) creatures I referenced last time, here’s what they look like all grown up. As I said, they both recovered very nicely to grow up to be … Continue reading →

Posted in General Culture and News, Pictures | Tagged Barney, Cute, Dog Foster, Dogs, General Culture and News, Macy, Pictures | 1 Comment

Barney and Macy

Posted on August 24, 2012 by Tom Garrett

Continuing my series of short, easy-to-write articles prominently featuring videos of small creatures, I present today Barney and Macy. Barney was my very first foster dog, and his sister Macy soon joined him to keep him company. As you’ll see … Continue reading →

Posted in Videos | Tagged Animals, Barney, Cute, Dog Foster, Dogs, Macy, Videos | 2 Comments

More Bacon

Posted on August 17, 2012 by Tom Garrett

I am in the midst of writing three hours per night after working my day job, so, as I explained last time, this site is on the back-burner until September. Fear not, loyal readers. I will continue to generate weekly … Continue reading →

Posted in Videos | Tagged Animals, Bacon, Cute, Dogs, Videos | Leave a comment

Low-Hanging (but Magical) Fruit

Posted on August 10, 2012 by Tom Garrett

Those of you who follow my other “career” closely (read: none of you) will know that this is my busiest time of the year. A full-time job and extensive writing responsibilities elsewhere is not a combination conducive to spending a tremendous … Continue reading →

Posted in Videos | Tagged Bacon, Cute, Dogs, Videos | 2 Comments

My Dog Bacon

Posted on July 19, 2012 by Tom Garrett

I detailed the story of my friend Bacon a few months back. I explained that he was a good doggie who was looking for a permanent home after bouncing around a few times with adoptive families who wound up not … Continue reading →

Posted in Commentary, General Culture and News | Tagged Animal Rescue, Animals, Bacon, Bonnie Blue Rescue, Dog Foster, Dogs | 2 Comments

My Friend Bacon

Posted on February 13, 2012 by Tom Garrett

I guess the first thing I should say is that it will come as a surprise to most of you that this is not actually an article about my love of pork products. I’ve been fostering dogs for Bonnie Blue … Continue reading →

Posted in Commentary | Tagged Animal Rescue, Animals, Bacon, Bonnie Blue Rescue, Dog Foster, Dogs | 14 Comments

The Bark Side of the Force

Posted on January 19, 2012 by Tom Garrett

Things have been a little long-winded around here of late. I wanted to try to accomplish two things with this post. First, drop the Brow-o-Meter down a notch or two. Mission accomplished. Secondly, I wanted to see how many categories … Continue reading →

Posted in General Culture and News, Movies, Music, Sports, Television, Videos | Tagged Commercials, Dogs, General Culture and News, Movies, Music, Sports, Super Bowl, Television, Videos, Volkswagen | 1 Comment

Happy Easter!

Posted on April 24, 2011 by Tom Garrett

I’d like to take this opportunity to drive the brow-o-meter down to its basest level for the first time ever with a video that has nothing whatsoever to do with this or any other holiday. Enjoy!