Precious puppy waits patiently for trick-or-treaters.

That one night each year, when, against all logic and past experience, the pups don't lose their minds at aaaalll the small people in scary masks and large hats that come to the door.

(A Hopkins Halloween miracle.)

The Hopkins had a busy morning!

Three cheers to clever adoption campaigns.

Monday snuggles (shelter from the rain).

Oh my heavens, look who's eleven?!

Happy birthday, Juliet!

The Saturday show must go on.

Two sides of the same Earth.

Sunrise in Massachussets; Sunset in Bankok

A companion piece (for yesterday's post).

A pretty puppy post-groom, Part II

Fresh 'do (to match the attitude).

A stunning accessory for a while.

The 'hood: Movin' shakin' (and cranin').

Resting up for a big week.

Cat in the Box #1 employee.

Delicious food; fantastic friends; questionable etiquette.

The best products (and customer service).

society6.com

(With a wee wittle Wednesday tongue)

Basking in the glory of Tuesday.

Falling fully into autumn's fantastic foliage.

Here comes the sun (it's alright).

I see (and also) I spy.

Sick day means serious catching up.

OK, but have you seen this?!

Unbelievable on Netflix

Anatomy of Doubt on This American Life

Cross your paws, hope to sigh.

Blocks from work (commute improvement ahead).

Everyone pitches in with post-vacay chores.

We've learned (feline) wonders never cease.

Homecoming gold: winning football's weekly pool.

After an amazing week away, this morning we eased most seamlessly back into reality when we rolled up to our local diner to find we won last week's football pool.

The moon rises on vacation's sunset.

Home, refreshed and rejuvenated.

Wonderful end to a perfect week.

Cuernavaca vibes have been absolutely lovely...

She is giddily on the hunt.