He's not much different than his owner. Little, feisty, a bit persnickety, calm most of the time, loving but not on command; definitely on his terms, guarded with his acceptance of who he lets in, protective of his people and funny. Our walks together are always special and just us - exploring, Oliver sniffing, me noticing everything. This week we were able to sneak away for a few days to Lancaster PA and our favorite hotel The Inn at Leola Village . After a perfect nights

Today marks another trip around the sun for me, and as I celebrate my birthday, I find myself reflecting on the beauty of self-care rituals.

It’s gloomy. Winter is not my friend. I am a fair weather person. Looking out at the gardens from my frost covered windows this morning...