The Daily Barker
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Thoughtful Thursday: A Walk Through the Woods
I have found great comfort the last few months just walking through the woods behind my house. I enjoy walking along the mowed path that leads to my sister’s home. During the weeks of quarantine and isolation the beauty of nature has given me peace in the midst of...
Back to Work! Tips for You and Your Dog
Our canine companions have had the ultimate dream come true when quarantine hit. Pups around the nation were going from being home alone for several hours a day to having constant companionship with several walks a day as their owners learned to work from home. ...
The Beach BUM
We have something new and exciting here on Minna and the Canine Club! As you know, we love rescue dogs. But did you know, there are thousands of other creatures in the world that need rescuing, too? Read to find out about our new Monday feature by the Beach BUM. After...
The Founding of Jamestown – A Piece of American History
Today in History Four hundred thirteen years ago today the colony of Jamestown was established. My first ponderings regarding this historical day was not what happened on that day, or tell...
A Quarantine Spring
Here in West Michigan we are finally starting to experience the ideal spring weather: sunshine & 60-degree weather. This means we have more of a range of activities to partake in during quarantine. After several online conversations with my...
Smile
While visiting the local grocery store I reflected on the simple things in life that have changed during this Pandemic. I followed the line into the store. Customers must all pass by security to ensure we are wearing face masks. Signs are everywhere...
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
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