The Daily Barker
A Tribute to My Father
Tomorrow is Father’s Day. I am blessed to have a wonderful and loving father. I would like to share this poem in honor of my father, Kenneth Wayne Savage, otherwise affectionately known as “Skip”. The poem was written by Clifford Lewis and published...
In Honor of Abner Doubleday
by, Thad Abel Who is Abner Doubleday? Abner was born on June 26, 1819 and achieved the rank of Major General for the United States Army and the Union Army. He fought in the Mexican-American War, Third Seminole War, Civil War, and the American Indian War....
Summer Getaway in Empire, Michigan
Looking for a little summer getaway with your pup? Northern Michigan has some of the most beautiful towns that welcomes dogs. Empire, Michigan is a dog friendly town that offers stunning views. It is a village in Leelanau County. They offer dog friendly lodging,...
Dog Days of Summer
Just what are the “Dog Days of Summer”and do they have anything to do with our canine friends? As a kid I thought the phrase was an idiom that referred to the relentless hot days that left everyone feeling overheated and lazy. After a little research I found that I...
Memorial Day
I originally wrote this post a year ago on Memorial Day, 2019. It's so strange how in one year's time, things can change so drastically. I think that speaks a lot to why we need to pause and celebrate today. In the midst of so much loss, worry, confusion, and historic...
Happy Mother’s Day
I wrote this poem in honor of my mother on her 80th birthday. I wanted to share it on Mother’s Day because we should all take today to honor our Mothers. We wouldn’t be who we are today if it were not for the loving sacrifices and tireless work and love of...
Welcome!
Hello and welcome to Minna and the Canine Club’s blog! We are so glad you are here.
We believe that every child is a hero, and it is our hope is that our blog posts about our favorite dog characters (Minna, Blue, Maggie, and Clancy) will inspire kids and adults alike to be the best they can be. We love our dogs and we love books, so please join us in this adventure as we share some teaching tips and ideas, Minna’s recommended library books, Maggie’s Monday Message, Courage from Blue, and of course, Clancy’s favorite recipes for kids.
As Minna and the Canine Club would say, “Tails up, it’s time for an adventure!”
-Whimsical Writers
