My partner and I had always planned to get a dog, but as with many big decisions it never seemed like quite the right time. But a few years ago, the sudden and unexpected loss of a good friend reminded us life really could be too short and it was time to take the plunge. I insisted he go to the rescue centre and choose one, as I would be more inclined towards the hapless, incontinent, 3-legged variety rather than something a little more suited to our busy lives. And so, one day, I came home to be greeted by Ollie, a beautiful little fox terrier – skinny as a rake but as happy as Larry! He was full of so much energy and love it soon became hard to imagine life without him, and the joy he brought on a daily basis. I made the mistake of continuing to follow the rescue centre on social media and my heart broke at the images of homeless pooches destined to spend their lives in cages. So naturally, we figured one more wouldn’t hurt and we got Millie.
For me, there really is nothing better than starting your day being met by two enthusiastically wagging tails, and they greet every meal, walk and belly rub as though it is quite simply the most amazing thing ever! The excitement at breakfast and dinner time is really something, they can barely contain themselves and you wouldn’t imagine they go through this routine twice a day, it does make me wonder if they are suffering from some kind of short-term memory loss… But their appreciation for these things never fails to remind me it’s a good idea to be more a be a bit more dog and enjoy the simple pleasures. Their love for life is contagious, and I’m grateful to be along for the ride.
Hey fellow urbanites and work warriors! It’s your friendly 9-to-5er here, ready to spill the beans on one of London’s most vibrant and eclectic neighbourhoods – Camden Town. We all know the daily grind can be exhausting but fear not! Camden’s nightlife is here to rescue your soul from the mundane routine. So, grab your […]
Over the previous weekend I managed to tick off a bucket list gig of mine and whilst we weren’t in da club I guess the OVO at Wembley sufficed! If the pun didn’t give it away, then it was none other than THE Curtis Jackson aka Fiddy aka 50 Cent. On a worldwide tour celebrating […]
In addition to running, I also enjoy taking the time to read a good old fashion three-dimensional book. Here is a review of my latest: Carl Sagan’s “Cosmos” is a timeless journey through the vastness of the universe that transcends its original television series format to become a masterpiece in popular science literature. Originally published in […]