Gary,

Great post...and that Simon Says clip was hilarious!!! Thanks,   Fran

That was cute...have fun! I love my poochie :)

The pictures of the dogs are oh so cute!  I want to be one in my next life!

Those are the cutest dogs ever and the best pictures!!

This is sooooo cute.... luv your blogs....

Gary - I can tell you like to have fun, well this post certainly brought smiles to many faces.

My dogs give me so much love and affection.  They make my day every day.

such cute pics!! i love my new little puppy :-)

Gary,  My dog does something funny or amazing every day to make me laugh.  She always relieves my stress.  Great "Simon Says" video!

Fran: Simon Says Have a great day!!

Sally: Pooches are special for sure.

Judy: I want to come back as either a dog or a pelican.

Lindsay: The hounds are a crazy bunch.

Ara: Cutie pies with four legs.

Jennifer: See, you get a check mark for fun in your day already!

Kay: It's great you're a dog lover. They keep you young.

Mara: That's fantastic you have a new puppy. I remember reading your story on that one.

Roberta: Take one dog and automatically de-stress.

Funny you should write a post like this.  I said to my 18 year old a couple of days ago, "Don't you wish everyone was as happy as Gus?  He is always smiling!" 

A cuudle or walk with my (120 pound) pooch always makes me happy.  (THer is a photo of him on my home page, with a link to the Rescue organization from which he came.  check it out!)

 Our 3 dogs, 2 cats and 11 horses make for a lot of work and tremendous fun!!

Carol: Gus, another beauty to add to the collection  : ) Now everyone is going to have to start adding pictures of their "babies."

Kathleen: I think the trick is to surround ourselves with the animal kingdom. You are quite covered.

You have to love a dog that loves you!  We have a Boston Terrier that thinks she is a person.

Carol: Dogs are people aren't they? I have long conversations with them and everyone  says no, they just have this limited 25 word vocabulary. Well it works for me! : )

Gary, I can't imagine my life without the companionship of dogs... I had them all my life and they all had long, happy, healthy lives. My best friend for the past 9 years is a mix Akita / Chow ... she keeps me going!  

I don't think there is anything as therapeutic as playing with a puppy.  The world could save billions by just spending an hour or two a week with some furry four legged friends.

Gary - I have decided that I want to BE my dogs.....not a care in the world, loads of love, they get fed, walked, pet, and the lost goes on.....Here is one for ya....He doesn't do much, doesn't pay rent, doesn't buy dog food, doesn't vacuum, doesn't even get the paper at the end of the drive - but, ya gotta love him!  He loves me!  And, so does my shepard/husky!  We could learn quite a bit from our 4 legged companions!

Gary--Love your effort to rid the world of frowny faces! Cute pics!!

Gary,  Cool dogs!  The video was adorable.

Gary, I LOVE your photos.  I am an animal lover and my dogs can always cheer me up, even after a difficult day.  I know people bring them to the elderly to relieve stress as well.  I too hope all the mothers get a good laugh tomorrow and every day.

Gary - I love the pictures and you are so right. We should have fun each day - because that is certainly time we cannot get back! The dogs are so cute - are any of them yours?

Gary, you always write such clever posts. Having fun is BIG in our household - just as is laughter. ;-)

Arina: I remember your story about her. One of your babies. Love them while they are with you, as they certainly return so much love to us.

Jesse: Maybe we should open a chain of psychotherapy clinics involving our furry friends? You may be on to something here.

Leesa: I'm on board with that idea. How do I sign up to be a dog? Great photo. I see who gets the couch at your house : )

Teri: Thou shalt not have a frowny face. I hope yours is beaming today. If not, consult your local dog.

Marc: Smart dog in that video, you're right. Must have higher IQs then little kids. Or better attention spans or listening skills.

Carole: Happy Mothers Day to you Carole. I know of the visits of dogs and rabbits to nursing homes and it definitely brightens things up.

Sharon: Excellent point about not getting time back. That is why we need to make the most of it each day. No these dogs weren't mine.

Teri: From what you've written to me before I know you have a fun household with you and your husband. I can just tell from your words. Pass those good feelings on to others.

Gary - Its a dog's life - loved the simon says video

Kathy: Simon says have an enjoyable day : )