Monthly Archives: November 2011

Second Chances for Kids and Dogs

Posted on November 30, 2011 by Jackie Hirtz

Washington Middle School, in Steinbeck country, knows how to help make the world a better place for at-risk students and rescue dogs. Hooray for Salinas, CA.

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Beagles from Spain Get the Best Gift of Their Lives!

Posted on November 26, 2011 by Jackie Hirtz

Watch NBC’s video of the Beagle Freedom Project. If you love dogs and believe that animals deserve our kindness and care, you will like this story.

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Sophia’s Bella

Posted on November 15, 2011 by Jackie Hirtz

“Bella looked so cute while she was sleeping. I just couldn’t resist sketching her.” Sophia, age 12

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In Honor of Twitter’s Thank a Teacher Tuesday

Posted on November 8, 2011 by Jackie Hirtz

Okay, so it’s not about dogs. This is the “…and more” part of the blog: Color of Life  Dr. Opitz, teacher.  Hair too black not to be gray at her age and red cheeks the color of rouge.  The old … Continue reading →

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Calling All Artists and Writers…

Posted on November 7, 2011 by Jackie Hirtz

Do you have a sketch or drawing of your dog that you’d like to share here? Or maybe you have a story or vignette…  Please email me via the “comments” section below, and I’ll post your work for all to … Continue reading →

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