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Theo-sophy on that other site. Henry is a Catalan Herding Dog - like Einstein in Back To The Future. He's shy. Mom is a writer and watercolor artist. Art inquiries at [email protected]
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This week's them for #BlueSkyArtShow is #JOY. "Throw this!" #watercolor #dogs

#ObamaAppreciationDay #watercolor

Humans love independence. They take pride in being self-sufficient. And that’s wonderful. But the downside of never asking for anything is that no one gets to see your “pretty please” face. And it is so darn cute.

Yesterday I met people. I think their names were Mr. Landscapers. Dad let them dig. I think that is unfair.

Think about that friend who just makes you nuts. Well guess what? There is a 97.38% probability that the friend you thought of - thought of YOU. The moral is: Accept and appreciate the nuttiness of friends. Who else would put up with you?

Haiku by Henry - ‘Scuse me but I know that though you’re hiding that bowl it contains ice cream

Watercolor workshop at a Senior Center. My first time teaching all seniors. I can't wait to do it again.

Be mindful of the subtle bully. It’s easy to feel slowly intimidated by folks who are so sure they are better than you. After a while you might believe it. Oh - there are lots of folks smarter than you. But they aren’t the guys who need you to worship them.

Try to be patient with folks who complain constantly about trivial stuff. Because most likely, they have much bigger worries they don’t know how to talk about.

I thought you might need to be reminded that the saddest words in a dog’s day is “All Gone.”

Tiger. Today's theme for #BlueSkyArtShow is #vibrant. #watercolor #art

Sometimes you meet someone who is so INTIMIDATING. They are really big or really rich or really beautiful and without meaning to they make you feel inferior. Well, you know that guy? Who you think is so perfect? Yesterday he had trouble pooping.

See all the specks in the photo? That’s all my extra hairs floating in the sunshine. Be generous. Share a part of you with your loved ones.

Small but enthusiastic class tonight. My artists ranged from 8 years old (the cat with the purple background) to around 70 (the smiling dog in the bandanna under the little girl's cat)

Own up to your mistakes. You might as well be honest. because lying only adds another problem to your problem. Take it from the dog: If someone asks, “What did you do?” Most likely, they already know.

Mom has new shoes and the left one is squeaky I said, “Don’t worry. I like them. like a tiny little fart with every step. You just sound like Dad only without the aroma.” You should always start your day with a compliment.

Beauregard. #watercolor

OMD! [like OMG but for dogs] Are you obsessing over another mistake? Well, I watched you every minute yesterday (except for the 19 hours I was asleep) and you had 234 opportunities to make a mistake. and you only made one. You did great!

I heard that humans like superhero movies because it is comforting to think that a strong, good, and kind creature will be there to take care of you and keep you safe. OMG, people! Do you not know about DOGS????

Sometimes (often) I am at my most obnoxious because I need attention. and even hollered-at attention can feel pretty good because I am noticed. My advice is to pay some attention to the person who’s just at the edge of obnoxious. Like me, right now, who is trying to tell you something.

When someone tells you a story that they already told you, instead of saying “Yeah, you told me already” once in a while just say, “Really? Then what happened?” I would listen to Grandma tell the same old story if I could.

The theme this week for #BlueSkyArtShow is #Underneath. Duncan may not be quite Underneath, but he is definitely Underbite. #watercolor

Today is Be A Little Brave Day. Not Skydiving Brave Or even Give A Speech Brave. Just Try A New Food Brave Go Down A New Street Brave And especially Ask For The Help You Need Brave.

Last night I dreamed I was late for school and there was an exam I hadn’t studied for. Just kidding. I dreamt a bunch of rabbits were running through a field and I chased them without trying to catch them and you were watching and laughing. I wish humans could have Dog Dreams.

Mom was leaving just as Dad was coming in. They didn’t kiss hello/goodbye. Instead, they exchanged the most crucial, vital information. When was the last time I pooped. Who rules the world? Me. That’s who.

So much fun tonight! I especially love the dog with the huge tongue-y smile!

Folks will say “Forget about it” when you thank them for a favor. It’s just their way of saying “You’re welcome.” They’re saying they didn’t mind helping you. And it’s true. You are a nice person to help. But don’t. Don’t forget about it.

Spend some time today remembering the soldiers who died to protect you. And if you have the day off from work and you’re happy about that, don’t feel guilty. Your happiness is what they were protecting.

Sarge. Dog of my youth. #watercolor

Sometimes you get so stuck. Sometimes physically, but mostly in your head. You can’t go forward, can’t go sideways, can’t go back. You’re trapped in the mind-weeds. But weeds aren’t oaks -you can push through. You might get a few scratches. But push.

Today's theme for #BlueSkyArtShow is #LightandShadow. This is Prinzi, auditioning for an upcoming horror movie. #watercolor

If you are a human, you probably didn’t take a nap yesterday. (Dogs did,) So - Humans - THIS IS THE WEEKEND. Did you know that the word ‘weekend’ Is derived from the canine phrase 'we conk?’ Do not just ‘squeeze in’ a nap. Make it a priority.

Rolly. #watercolor

Although I am a confident and self-affirming kind of guy, there are times I need a compliment so bad that I ache inside. I don’t think I am the only one - so I try to compliment other folks whenever I can. They may be aching too.

Stop and smell the roses. #watercolor #artyear

Mom says humans should be allowed one mistake a day. Since a dog day is like 7 human days, that means I get 7 mistakes a day. That may seem like a lot to you. But sometimes I get to seven mistakes before breakfast.