Snow, Bloating, and Prosperity

Hi world. It’s me…Doggebone.

So much has happened since the last time we spoke. Where do I start? Maybe it is best to go back to the beginning, which would be our big snow for 2011.

Many of you may not realize but Central Mississippi is known for winters that are rarely excessively cold and rare (really rare) snowfall. This year was different. Our area actually had two decent snowfalls –at least, according to my human mom.

The first snowfall didn’t bring much excitement for me. My human sisters did enjoy making a miniature snowman on the patio table. Humans seem to derive great pleasure from building these icy things in the freezing weather. I don’t see the fun or humor but it’s my job to make them happy so I play along. Although I did get a genuine laugh out of my oldest human sister’s freaky snow dance in camo coveralls. I heard Mom say something about posting it on Facebook; then I heard my sister threaten her if she did. The conversation ended so I am assuming the home video never made it to the masses on the net!

The second snowfall was really a doozy. It was nearly six inches, which is amazing for us. When my human siblings were playing and throwing snowballs at one another, I noticed they were eating snow, too. Then I heard Mom warn about yellow snow. I didn’t see any type of snow except white snow…well, at first. Now I know what yellow snow is and it is even more amazing that “I” can make it all by myself! Now how talented am I?!

I went out with Mom for a while. She dressed me in my cool blue, fur-lined hooded coat. Then I realized were doing some type of photo shoot in the backyard. She invited those felines, too. I’m glad she had fun. I was humiliated! She just does not realize the stresses she puts on me when she groups me with all those fur balls. Is it not enough that she has me rooming with one? Anyway, I roamed a bit while she was shooting photos of those crazy cats slapping snow and chasing it as it fell to the ground. I found some tasty snacks that a neighbor tossed out. Humans always throw away the best stuff! It did catch up with me later and Mom didn’t appreciate the aroma. I couldn’t help it. At least they were silent!

That’s about it for the big 2011 snow. Since then, I’ve tried to be good and help out as needed. I did get caught drinking muddy water. I really don’t know what the big deal was but Mom wasn’t happy. She said something about me being so picky about having fresh water in my bowl several times a day yet I am willing to drink muddy water when outside. What can I say? I am a little spoiled! It’s Mom’s fault and yet she wants to blame me. Humans!

I guess I will end here. I have some more news for you but it will have to come in a new post. So, be watching! Also, keep your ears alert. Mom’s writing a series of Doggebone stories for kids. (Shhh! Don’t tell her that I really think it’s cool!) She’s also working on a column for a regional publication. Who knows…maybe you will open your favorite magazine or newspaper one day soon and see an “Ask Doggebone” column!

Until next time, stay outta the neighbor’s scraps or at least sleep on the couch until the after-effects pass!

-Doggebone