After the Mud, More Snow

I wasn’t expecting this. We knew it was going to rain but didn’t expect snow that might stick until nearly noon. But look at that sky. It’s not finished.

These two are the front ‘yard’.

We have a feral cat that we take care of under the front porch.

Looking at the backyard through the avocado tree in the dining room.

Behind the car the snow was smooth. Weird!

In front of the car, mud. But do you see Kali? (Sort of a “Where’s Waldo?” moment)

Well, she’s finished with this mess! Bring the Spring time, please!

 

 

Using Pet-Directed Speech With Dogs May Convey Intentions In Subtle Ways : 13.7: Cosmos And Culture : NPR

In using pet-directed speech — similar to how some moms talk to babies — with our dogs, we may aim to optimize communication of our intentions and emotions, explains anthropologist Barbara J. King.

Source: Using Pet-Directed Speech With Dogs May Convey Intentions In Subtle Ways : 13.7: Cosmos And Culture : NPR