Happy Harry: A Magical Golden by Barbara Lampert - Book Tour - Book Blast - Giveaway - Enter Daily!

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In her dog memoir Happy Harry: A Magical Golden, psychotherapist Barbara Lampert, a lifelong dog lover, tells the story of her beloved Golden Retriever, Harry. Like her first dog memoir, Harry's story comes from her mostly uncensored daily journal and takes place in Malibu, California.

Harry was a genuinely free spirit - wild, and very wolf-like. Did all this contribute to his being exceptionally happy? Perhaps.

Harry was not only the happiest being Barbara's ever known, happy to the very core of him, but also the bravest. More than once in his life, Harry had to face true adversity, and each time, Barbara would look at him in wonder, not fully understanding how a being could be so brave and at the same time continue to be so happy.

Harry literally pranced through life, with a joyous attitude that made being around him like magic. Barbara fell in love with Harry. And as you immerse yourself in Harry's story, it's likely you will too! Happy Harry is unforgettable!

EXCERPT TWO:

Harry had a girlfriend for a while when he was about four or five years old. Probably for a couple of years. Oh he didn’t see her every day, but for that two year-or-so stretch maybe once or twice a week. …

Roxie, a one-year-old Yellow Lab – the taller, leaner hunting type – was beautiful, energetic, and happy. Just like Harry. Roxie lived a few miles from our house, on the Point in Malibu. …

When Harry knew he was going to see Roxie, he would get so excited. He would pant, start running around, tail up, and on the ride over he would stand or pace in the back seat the whole time. So eager, such joy. And when we got there, he would literally go flying out of the car, with David at the other end of the leash. Tail up, full steam ahead. And Roxie, being just a year old and still quite a playful puppy, would go equally berserk when she saw Harry. They would sniff and kiss each other through the openings in the fence. …

Sometimes they would chase each other or run together, with the fence between them. David would run with them, since he had Harry on the leash. A few times Roxie’s owner came out and opened the gate to let Harry and Roxie be together. More kissing, chasing, tails up, sniffing. Both not believing their good luck. Both always bursting with joy the whole time they were together. Such a sight. …

Barney didn’t get nearly as excited as Harry about Roxie and didn’t interfere in their relationship. This was Harry’s territory. And it appeared Roxie only had eyes for Harry. …

It was always difficult to leave, because the whole time we were there Harry and Roxie were inseparable. Whenever Roxie’s owner would come out, we’d talk and laugh about the two lovebirds. It was wonderful seeing Harry and Roxie so happy. How he loved her…

AUTHOR BIO:

My passion is dogs! I’ve had dogs most of my life and hope to have at least one by my side always. Dog energy is the best!

I’m the author of two dog memoirs: Happy Harry: A Magical Golden and before that Charlie: A Love Story. Each about one of my Golden Retrievers. (I told you dogs are my passion!)

I’m a psychotherapist, licensed for over thirty years, specializing in relationships.

I was a flight attendant for nine years. And taught sociology at several universities. I have two master’s degrees and a doctorate.

Gardening is another love – not as much as dogs, but right up there! I see my garden as a work of art and garden as much as possible in my free time. I love being in nature.

I live in Malibu, California with my husband David and, you guessed it, our two wonderful Golden Retrievers, Oliver and Henry.

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Tailwinds Past Florence by Doug Walsh - Book Blast - Giveaway - Enter Daily!

Hi lovelies!  It gives me great pleasure today to host fellow Pacific Northwesterner Doug Walsh and his new book, “Tailwinds Past Florence”!  For other stops on his Goddess Fish Promotions Book Tour, please click on the banner above or any of the images in this post.

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Tailwinds Past Florence

by Doug Walsh

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GENRE: Contemporary Romance

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BLURB:

After getting blacklisted from the venture capital industry, twenty-nine-year-old Edward Vaughan will do anything to avoid telling his wife what happened. Even if it means agreeing to her dream of bicycling around the world. Kara, tired of being married to a workaholic, was readying for a divorce. Now, she’s packing bags of a different kind. Together, they pedal away from Seattle, headed east on the open road across America, Europe, and beyond.

Theirs is a decision that reverberates across centuries, shattering a continuum that bound their souls throughout time, and traps Edward in a battle with a past life over an eternal love.

As the miles roll by, and the couple's sordid secrets begin to surface, the couple encounters several men plucked from history, each one a vessel of Edward’s soul in a prior life. Of them, a 19th century art dealer proves dangerous, believing Kara is his ticket back to the past.

Tailwinds Past Florence is a contemporary love story with a magical twist, landing readers in the saddle of a global bicycle adventure.

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EXCERPT TWO:

Kara clutched her chest as her breathing returned to normal. It was one thing not to know why he wasn’t at work, it was another for him to be hiding behind the door. What the hell, Edward. She bent to pick up her dropped keys. “You’re home.” It came out more statement than question.

“Long story. Why didn’t you cover your eyes?”

She raised her hands in answer. They held a gym bag, purse, keys, and an envelope she’d somehow forgotten about in the commotion. “You didn’t give me any time,” she said. Then, noticing the map—her map—and the champagne, asked, “What’s all this?”

“This,” he said, grinning like a schoolboy about to receive his first kiss, “is a change of plans.”

Her mouth fell open as she processed what she was hearing. Kara spent months asking him to take time off, hoping he’d see how important the trip was to her, practically begging. She tore the map down after the holidays, after diplomatic overtures had failed. She’d been holding a bomb ever since, delaying the inevitable. Now, with her self-imposed deadline having come and gone, he wanted to do it.

Today? You’ve got to be kidding me, she thought, clutching the envelope, dumbstruck.

“I thought you’d be excited.” His smile drooped.

“I … I am,” she stammered. “I think. You have to admit, it’s a lot to swallow.”

“You still want to go, right?”

Did she? It’d be an incredible adventure, a badge she’d wear the rest of her life. But, to Kara, cycling around the world was a means to an end. Her gaze drifted to the map, the promise held within its Sharpie itinerary. The promise of change, of resurrecting the man she married, her best friend and lover. For three years, it’d be just the two of them, reforging their bond against the anvil of the open road. And if her plan didn’t succeed, if he returned to his workaholic ways when it was over, she’d at least know she tried.

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AUTHOR BIO:

Doug Walsh made his fiction debut with Tailwinds Past Florence, a road-tripping love story with a magical twist, inspired by the two years he spent cycling the world. The novel was a prizewinner in the PNWA Literary Contest. He's also authored One Lousy Pirate, a travel memoir, and over one hundred officially-licensed video game strategy guides. Travel guides to fictitious places, as he likes to call them. Originally from New Jersey, he now lives and plays in the mountains of western Washington.

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Happy National Dog Day!

Happy National Dog Day!  Whether you have a dog, a puppy, or just love dogs – today is the perfect day to show your love for them!  According to ASPCA (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals), approximately 70-80 million dogs are owned in the United States.  This further equates to approximately 37-47% of all households in the United States have a dog.

This holiday was founded in 2004 by Pet & Family Lifestyle Expert and Animal Advocate, Colleen Paige.  This day was developed to honor dogs and remember how many dogs still need to be rescued.  According to ASPCA, approximately 3.9 million dogs enter animal shelters nationwide every year.  Furthermore, of the dogs entering shelters, approximately 35% are adopted, 31% are euthanized and 26% of dogs who come in as strays are returned to their owner (ASPCA).

National Dog Day is against any kind of “breed ban.”  “Rather, we encourage those seeking new canine companions, to consider choosing adoption first and if you’d like a pure breed dog, look into a pure breed rescue to see if they have just the dog you’re looking for," (Paige).

“All a dog wants to do is love and protect you. That's all. Dogs are amazing, courageous, sensitive and sentient beings that deserve compassion and respect. Please consider bringing what was once considered ‘unwanted love’ into your heart and home on National Dog Day (Paige).”

Ways To Celebrate With Your Dog:

• Buy new toys, treats, bed, collar, or leash
• Explore a new place to walk
• Spend time at a park
• Take your dog to the beach
• Host a doggie date
• Give your dog a special treat
• Take pics of your dog
• Share pics of your dog via Social Media
• Take your dog to a pet day spa to be pampered
• Give your dog a belly rub or ear scratch or rub of their favorite spot
• Teach a new trick

Ways To Celebrate If You Don't Have A Dog:

• Donate blankets, food, toys, and leashes to your local animal shelter
• Donate money to your local animal shelter
• Volunteer at an animal shelter or organization
• Adopt a dog
• Assist a dog owner by walking their dog
• Share your favorite dog pics via Social Media
• Write to your congressman to ask that they support the ban of puppy mills in your state

 **Children can also partake in this event by drawing pictures of dogs.**

Here Are Some Pictures of the Cute Dogs in My Life:

 

Above Pics: Daisy enjoying a car ride

 

Above Pic: Kiva lounging around

Above Pic: Kiva taking a nap

Above Pic: Kiva playing in the kitchen

 

Above Left Pic: Dahlilah and Gibbs cuddling; Above Right Pic: Dahlilah watching TV

Above Pic: Gibbs playing outside 

Above Pic: Gibbs going in for the close up

Here Are Some Pictures of Cute Puppies and Dogs I Found Online:

 

 

 

Here are Some of My Favorite Dog Quotes:

“A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself.” ~ Josh Billings

“Whoever said you can’t buy happiness forgot little puppies.” ~ Gene Hill

"It's not the size of the dog in the fight, it's the size of the fight in the dog." ~ Mark Twain

“Before you get a dog, you can't quite imagine what living with one might be like; afterward, you can't imagine living any other way.” ~ Caroline Knapp

“Did you know that there are over three hundred words for love in canine?” ~ Gabrielle Zevin

“Actually, my dog I think is the only person who consistently loves me all the time.” ~ H.G. Bissinger

“The world would be a nicer place if everyone had the ability to love as unconditionally as a dog.” ~ M.K. Clinton

“The better I get to know men, the more I find myself loving dogs.” ~ Charles de Gaulle

"I once decided not to date a guy because he wasn't excited to meet my dog. I mean, this was like not wanting to meet my mother." ~ Bonnie Schacter

"No Matter how little money and how few possessions, you own, having a dog makes you rich." ~ Louis Sabin

“Petting, scratching, and cuddling a dog could be as soothing to the mind and heart as deep meditation and almost as good for the soul as prayer.” ~ Dean Koontz

"A piece of grass a day keeps the vet away." ~ Unknown Dog

"Dogs feel very strongly that they should always go with you in the car, in case the need should arise for them to bark violently at nothing right in your ear." ~ Dave Barry

"If you pick up a starving dog and make him prosperous, he will not bite you. It is the principal difference between a dog and a man." ~ Mark Twain

“The bond with a true dog is as lasting as the ties of this earth will ever be.” ~ Konrad Lorenz

“A dog will teach you unconditional love. If you can have that in your life, things won't be too bad.” ~ Robert Wagner

“You know, a dog can snap you out of any kind of bad mood that you're in faster than you can think of.” ~ Jill Abramson

“Dogs don't rationalize. They don't hold anything against a person. They don't see the outside of a human but the inside of a human.” ~ Cesar Millan

“There is no psychiatrist in the world like a puppy licking your face.” ~ Ben Williams

Fall in love with a dog, and in many ways you enter a new orbit, a universe that features not just new colors but new rituals, new rules, a new way of experiencing attachment. ~ Caroline Knapp

"The greatest pleasure of a dog is that you may make a fool of yourself with him and not only will he not scold you, but he will make a fool of himself too." ~ Samuel Butler

"A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself." ~ Billings

"Even the tiniest poodle is lionhearted, ready to do anything to defend home, master, and mistress." ~ Louis Sabin

"Dogs have given us their absolute all. We are the center of their universe, we are the focus of their love and faith and trust. They serve us in return for scraps. It is without a doubt the best deal man has ever made." ~ Roger Caras

"A dog is one of the remaining reasons why some people can be persuaded to go for a walk." ~ O.A.

"I can train any dog in 5 minutes. It's training the owner that takes longer." ~ Barbara Woodhouse

"When most of us talk to our dogs, we tend to forget they're not people." ~ Julia Glass

"Acquiring a dog, may be the only time a person gets to choose a relative." ~ Unknown

"Dogs teach us a very important lesson in life: The mail man is not to be trusted" ~ Sian Ford

"He is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog. You are his life, his love, his leader. He will be yours, faithful and true, to the last beat of his heart. You owe it to him to be worthy of such devotion." ~ Unknown

“I have found that when you are deeply troubled, there are things you get from the silent devoted companionship of a dog that you can get from no other source.” ~ Doris Day

There are so many wonderful ways to celebrate and show your dog how special they are.  Do you have a dog?  Will you be celebrating this special holiday with your dog?

Check Out More Info on This Special Holiday and Other Shocking Statistics Here:

http://www.nationaldogday.com/

https://www.facebook.com/NationalDogDay

https://www.aspca.org/about-us/faq/pet-statistics

http://dogtime.com/25-famous-quotes-about-dogs.html

http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/keywords/dog.html

http://www.simplypets.com/pet-quotes/Dog