I typically don’t write my daily blog post at 2:45 in the morning, but the lingering, occasional errant firework has been going off, and our pooch Bailey is not a fan. Poor little thing. We stayed in town and watched movies extra loud with the windows and shutters closed as tight as could be to avoid the festivities last night. It was successful, but the after-party fireworks have the girl a twitter. My heart just goes out to pets this time of year. We have a sort of ‘doggie Valium’ to give her during the fireworks given to us by our vet, but we really try and avoid it if we can. Any of you with similar pooch or kitty challenges?
But this is really meant to be about cool, jaunty red, transit letters. So off we go! They have a patriotic bent to them, so thought the letters would be a festive day-after post. We have been selling these at Watson Kennedy for quite some time, and customers buy them for all sorts of reasons. They are not vintage, but they have that vibe to them. Folks spell out their name, while others spell out a word like “EAT” and hang them in their kitchen. I love tying one off of a gift using the recipients initial. The festive red working at really any time of year.
Oh, lots of stories about animals and fireworks – I, too, am not a fan. However, I believe in doggie downers as it relieves their anxieties. Think of it as a Hendricks Martini (or 2 or 3) for your pup. It’s only once a year (maybe twice if you do it on New Year’s) and I feel like it helps them deal with the stress! by the way, I had llamas and they used to sit and watch the fireworks with fascination!
Hi Sheila. I, of course, LOVE the Hendricks martini analogy:) Completely agree about the usage. Sadly, we have to give them to her when we cut her hair (which we do 4 times a year), and she is out of it for a good 2 days, and it makes me so sad to see her so drugged up. But we for sure do it when we must. Thought we beat it last night. Never thought solo fireworks would go on so late. She comes with me to the shops each day–she has been on her blanket slepping the day away… Oh to be a llama. Great visual. Hope you are swell, Ted
Sorry about your poor pup! My parent’s Old English Sheepdog gets the doggie meds! And I love the letters….bought an “X” and an “O” from you and framed them together on a photo wall. Perfect splash of color!
tammy t
Hi Tammy. I have had so many folks in the shop today that have said they have to give their pooches the pills. I think that is the way to go. So happy you like your letters–LOVE what you did with them, Ted
I’m looking at the J I bought @Watson Kennedy as I write this – I LOVE it!
Thank you, mister…oxo, jenine
I love that you love it Msssss. Jenine! oxo back, Ted