Sam knows that we all face difficulties during this economic downturn. But he doesn't believe that a larger, more intrusive government is the answer to these problems.
Sam has contained cost overruns within his home district for the last three consecutive quarters by reducing his reliance on store bought treats, and by taking walks within his own neighborhood, rather than driving to more distant parks. Sam feels that this kind of "out of the beltway" thinking is desperately needed in Washington.
A recent poll in his home district shows a 100% approval rating among all likely household voters. He also garners high praise for another of his major campaign issues, the Shuffling Undead:
His position is clear:
"It's time for the voice of common sense to be heard! Send me to Washington so that I can chase the Zombies out!"
Paid for by the concerned citizens for zombie containment, "Sam! for Senate" committee.
Sam here. Sam give update on weekend. Sam's Mom too busy to do it herself this weekend, so Sam do it.
Hi, dere!
First off, this weekend was Lost Dutchman Days in Apache Junction. Mom rode her big black mare, Isabel, in the parade.
Sam was not invited along. Mom and Aaron were afraid there would be too much commotion, and they were right. There were so many people and horses and dogs...
For instance, the Budweiser Clydesdale's made an appearance!
Aaron took this picture of the Budweiser dog. Sam thinking of applying for this position... What do you think?
It started raining after the parade, and the rain continued all through Sunday. This meant we couldn't go and enjoy the rest of the events. However, Mom and Aaron kept busy. First of all, they drew and colored this neat design on Dad's prosthetic leg. This design is inspired by ancient Greek red-figure pottery.
This is the whole leg. Mom and Dad decided to put the whole family on the leg.
Here is a close-up of Mom...
...and Dad...
...and of course, me, Sam!
Mom took Monday off due to being sick from her headache medicine. Aaron and her made Sam a fresh batch of yams. Which Sam likes very much. So much so, that Mom calls her Sam - Sammy Yammy.
Sam likes his new name!
All in all, it was a good weekend despite the rain and headache! We hope all of you had a wonderful weekend too!
I remember well what happened when last that orb shone brightly across the desert…and the horror that followed.
As its light streamed through the open window, I started to feel strange, twitching and snarling...
I dropped to the floor, unable to control my tremors...
as a strange metamorphosis began to occur...
I called out to my vet, "What's happening to me?" and thus she replied:
"Even a dog who is pure in heart and says his prayers by night, may become a man when the mandrake blooms and the winter moon is bright." . . . . . . . . . . . . Now I bet she's sorry she had me fixed...
Here in Arizona it’s well known that the one of the fiercest “hot button” issues in the political sphere regards securing the southern border and enforcing our immigration laws. However, there’s been no discussion at all about a much deeper and insidious form of discrimination that occurs each and every hour of the day. I’m speaking of course about Canine discrimination. Canine citizens in Arizona, and indeed across the country, are denied basic access to their people’s places of work, restaurants and grocery stores. This must end! If elected, I plan to introduce legislation that will prohibit the anti-dog policies so prevalent in our society.
Send me to the US Senate, and send a message to all those who would deny us our right to roam freely wherever our people are!
Paid for by the concerned citizens for canine rights, "Sam! for Senate" committee.
VANCOUVER — The United States Dog Bathing Association wanted to put its best brush forward at the Olympics. That hasn't happened. After losing 4 straight matches in Vancouver this week, the Women's team will be going home disappointed after a final defeat by the Canadians.
"We really thought this was our year," sighed team captain Madge "Soapy" Singleton. "We came to win, bringing our own special soap, a pair of the best bathers in the league, and our finest dog, Sam. But we were just out-scrubbed."
None of the other team members had a comment for this report, although Sam did take the offered treat before slowly walking back to the locker room.
*No dogs were bathed during the making of this post
It is a very rainy day outside, again. Isn’t this supposed to be sunny Arizona?
Next weekend I am riding in the Lost Dutchman Day’s Parade with my sister. This weekend I had planned on getting my Friesian mare, Isabel, prepared for it. Other than a short ride on Friday, I haven’t been able to! Hopefully, I will be able to clean her up before next Saturday!
Sam came with me this morning to survey the mud and rain at my Mom’s house and help feed the horses. Of course, as always, he rode shotgun.
Hey you! Look at me! Yes, you, buddy!
Sam did quite a bit exploring at my Mom's house. He didn't mind getting rained on.
What's that you see there, Sam? Oh, the cats. It looks like they may need an umbrella!
Sam decided that he had better keep an eye on them! You never know what cats will do!
Don't get too close to them, Mom!
Sam was thoroughly soaked by the time we finished feeding horses.
I think I might need a towel, Mom!
Since it is a bit chilly outside (61 degrees!), Sam has decided that the best thing to do when we got home was to cuddle up and work on crossword puzzles.
Does anyone know a three-letter word meaning "disencumber"?
Sam also wants to catch up on his reading!
Excuse me, Mom? Have you seen the new "Chet the Dog" book?
We would also like to thank Olive for this pawsome award! Thank you, Olive!
In order to accept this award we have to list ten things that make us (Sam) happy!
Let's see...
1) Riding shotgun in the car 2) Yam treats 3) Scratches in that funny spot behind his ears that he can't reach 4) Treats 5) Taking walks 6) Chewies 7) Going to Petsmart 8) Munching on dog bones 9) Sleeping next to Dad 10) Sitting in Mom's lap
I would like to give this award to the following blogs - although I wish I could give it to everyone!
