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Two Dogs, Two Walks, Two Vibes: Finn vs. Whiskey

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Okay, so I already posted today, but after this evening adventure, I had to come back with a little bonus blog. Because I take my dogs for separate walks for the first time? Let’s just say—it was a journey. 😅

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Walk 1: Finn, My Sweet Angel Boy

I took Finn first—my calm, heat-loving, big sookie boy. We went for a 30-minute walk, and honestly, I don’t know who enjoyed it more—me or him.

He sniffed flowers. He rolled in the grass. He trotted along without a single care in the world.

No pulling. No barking. No drama.

Other dogs? He couldn’t be bothered. Finn was out here living his main character moment.

It was the kind of peaceful walk that makes you believe in gentle mornings and quiet joy.

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Walk 2: Whiskey… My Wild Child

Then… there’s Whiskey. Oh, Whiskey.

If you’ve seen Marley & Me, you know exactly what I’m dealing with.

He came out of the house ready—pulling, spinning, jumping like we were in the opening scene of an action movie. I thought, “Okay, maybe we’ll power walk it out.” And for a bit? He surprised me. He actually walked beautifully! I was like, “YES, HE’S GETTING IT!”

…until we got home.

Our next-door neighbour had their dog out.

And Whiskey LOST HIS MIND.

Like 120 pounds of pure chaos. I’m not exaggerating when I say I was clinging to the leash like it was a lifeline. My hand? Still throbbing. My dignity? Gone. 🤡

☕ Final Thoughts from the Sidewalk:

Would I do it again?

Absolutely.

Because even when it’s chaotic, it’s ours.

Finn gave me peace. Whiskey gave me a free upper-body workout.

And together, they gave me a story worth telling.

Stay tuned for more dog drama, book recs, and Swift Tea moments.

This life is brewed strong—just how I like it. 💛

Current Obsessions: Swift Tea, Secondhand Embarrassment & Sunrise Walks

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This morning started with the soft shuffle of paws, a sunrise so pretty it looked like it was blushing, and me, wrapped in a hoodie, walking my two dogs like we owned the whole world. There’s something magical about being out there before the chaos starts. Just me, Finn, Whiskey, and the sky doing its thing.

Now let’s talk about what I’m currently obsessed with:

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The Mug

My student made me this absolute gem of a mug: a dog face on one side and Swift Tea scrawled across it like destiny. I drink hot or cold—no discrimination here—and this mug just hits different. Bonus points because the dog on it looks like Finn. Instant serotonin.

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The Book: Till Summer Do Us Part

I’m on page 237 and I swear, I’ve laughed out loud, shed a tear, and literally whispered, “No. Freaking. Way.” more than once.

Scottie is chaos, heart, and too relatable. I’ve found myself wondering, Would I ever find a Wilder? Also… that therapy scene? The level of secondhand embarrassment I felt was criminal. I had to close the book, cover my face, and just breathe through it. Yeah. Still recovering from the secondhand embarrassment, thanks.

Favourite quote so far? “It goes back to the piercing.”

IYKYK. And if you don’t, you need to grab this book immediately.

Between that mug, that book, and these soul-resetting walks, I’m in a really good place this week. It’s the little joys, right? A good sip, a good story, and good dogs.

What’s your current obsession?

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