A bright spot on the horizon

Wandering back from a walk with the bassets today I looked towards home and was struck by how lucky we are.  A place in the country and a moment of sunshine to enjoy. At last I feel that the Domestic Executive equilibrium is coming back and with it a better...

Best foot forward

Meeting bassets for the first time can be an overwhelming experience.  People tend to gush with questions and statements about how they look – “my, all those wrinkles, short legs, red eyes and don’t they look cute cute”.  For all their...

Blasts of winter heat

The blast of frosty but bright clear days has brought much needed cheer around Domestic Executive HQ.  We’ve had some true Shepherd’s Delight sunrises which make your heart swell with the prospect of some much needed sun.  We’ve made the most of...

Caught with food on my face

I find eating awkward foot is something best done in the privacy and comfort of your own home.  Like eating spaghetti or a Scooby Doo style monster sandwich.  That all food over your chin and shirt is not a good look however amusing it might seem to passers by.  My...

Winter morning thaw

There couldn’t have been a better start to my weekend – a bright and shiny Friday morning.  The fact it was below zero in our valley was beside the point.  It wasn’t long before the sun started to thaw the frost.  I was struck by how the water...