"I want a dragon." Akemi last night after watching Game of Thrones. A sneak peek at this Friday's episode of Dark Matter, "The Dwarf Star Conspiracy": And here's a video of Lulu and Suji enjoying some ice cream:
July 24, 2017: Honestly?!
I just...can't. Here. Enjoy some adorable dog photos...
July 10, 2017: Behind the scenes of a Suji photo shoot!
Suji, our twelve year old special needs senior pug, is inching towards 10k followers on instagram . Her surprising popularity is a testament to both the little lady herself AND my girlfriend Akemi who is constantly posing and photographing her anywhere and everywhere in search of the just the perfect pic. Like - And -…
May 28, 2017: Vancouver dogs!
Suji has really settled into the Vancouver groove, making a daily habit of exploring the backyard, staking out her favorite dog beds, and being generally cantankerous around any visitors to her new home. If you ever met her, she'd either ignore you or direct a incessant barrage of barks your way. Like most celebrities, she's…
May 4, 2017: Happy Star Wars Day!
May the 4th be with you! Hey! Guess what video has over 17,000 views on instagram? THIS one - Yes. That's Suji eating apple slices. We have GOT to make her a series regular on Dark Matter. Okay, in addition to all my reading, I'm finally going to catch up on some television as well. On…
May 1, 2017: Happy Birthday, Suji!
Our girl turned 12 today (even though she looks 20!). Her other life. This was the pic on the Pacific Pug Rescue adoption page. We quickly discovered she was a little girl with a big personality. Yo, Four-Eyes! Handle with care! On the bridge of The Raza, taking her to FTL. Running The Raza corridors.…
April 2, 2017: A Walk in the Park!
"Is that Suji?"asked the woman in the bicycle helmet. "Why yes,"I said. "It is!" We'd spent the better part of the beautiful afternoon in High Park, walking the dogs along the water, taking in the sights and the cantankerous swans, and were on our way back to the car. Lulu and Suji were tuckered out,…
April 1, 2017: Dedicated to the Dogs!
We received the retouched selects from our family photo session at Off Leash Studio. Some great shots of 11 year old Suji, 9 year old Lulu and, of course 14.5 year old Bubba taken the week before he passed away. This is one of my favorites. Note Lulu actually smiling for the pic. Suji and…
March 30, 2017: Dark Matter Season 3 – Day 80 of 91!
Thanks to all who participated our episode naming poll. We have a winner! Dark Matter "Episode 25: Isn't That A Paradox?" Well?! Isn't it?!!!!! Four more chances to choose your favorite episode title to come! While the action continued at the Ishida Palace, I was at the production offices prepping the BIG season finale. AND making…
March 25, 2017: My Girls!
Why does Suji look so worried? Well, the results of her latest urinalysis reveal an antibiotic-resistant bug. Antibiotic-resistant but for a single one we can use to treat her. The news has Akemi and I very concerned because this is the same road Jelly went down in her final years. Over time, her frequent UTI's…
March 18, 2017: Thank you’s!
(illustration by Juanita Nakamura) Thanks to everyone who took the time to reach out via posts, texts, emails, phone, and personally to offer condolences on Bubba's passing. Akemi and I are truly touched by the kind words and gestures of friends, co-workers, and strangers alike. It's been an exhausting week and it has meant a…
March 17, 2017: Bubba
He was supposed to be a present for my ex's brother but, after having him for two weeks, I decided to keep him and got her brother a toaster oven instead. He was unlike my other two pugs at the time. Whereas Jelly was a bossy bitch and Maximus a laid back lover, Bubba was…
March 15, 2017: Dark Matter Season 3 – Day 69 of 91!
The people have spoken and we have a brand new episode title. Aint democracy wonderful? Your winner... "Episode 33: Wish I Could Believe You" Thanks to everyone who made Operation Name-Another-Episode a great success. But special thanks goes to YOU. Yes, YOU! Today was Bring Your Daughter To Work (And Leave Her With Key Hair…
March 12, 2017: Things I’ve enjoyed of late!
Today, the whole family headed over to Off Leash Studio where photographer Kevin Sarasom spent the better part of an hour snapping singles and group shots of our muttly crew. Lulu and Suji were naturals, sitting pretty, preening, and occasionally mugging for the camera while Bubba required a little more work to bring out his natural derpishness.…
March 11, 2017: The Bubba Update
Sadly, it isn't good news for our boy. A follow-up with our oncologist revealed that the tumors in his lungs have grown since our last visit one month ago. As a result, she suggested we discontinue the Palladia treatment and focus on making the most of the time he has left. We'll continue administering the…