May 2019
Special Blog 320: Missing the Mitzy
I am breaking my usual travel blog format this time to pay tribute to the passing of a world-class traveler, a loyal friend, and one pistol of a pup. Mitzy, our miniature Schnauzer was a constant companion for the past 14 years, traveling thousands of miles, visiting hundreds of awesome places, and sharing countless experiences.
Bold
Like a sailor on shore leave, she was game for any adventure, boating the high seas of the Gulf of Mexico, hiking parched trails across New Mexico, patrolling the rocky beaches of the Great Lakes, motorhoming up and over the high passes of Colorado, Jeeping along narrow, steep mountain paths, and golf-carting campgrounds across the West.
Brave
Fearless as a stampeding rhino, she would bolt to defend her family from invading raccoons, swat off crazed armadillos, stand guard against ferocious grizzlies (from an appropriate distance), stalk sneaky chipmunks, stare down bull elks in rut (from the passenger side window), and bring sheer terror to canines of any size she felt not worthy of her presence.
Feminine
When not fending off danger, however, she was the epitome of a princess lap dog, endlessly allowing friends (or strangers) to scratch her ears, massage her hair, and pat her velvety head. To meet her high quality standards, her lap providers were expected to use both hands simultaneously for as long as their strength held out.
Farewell fine friend.
Moving On
There is no way to replace the Mitz, but we need another pup. Jackson, our Australian Kelpie wants a pet. He has agreed to take the lead as we search for a suitable travel mate…I’ll let you know how that works out.
See you soon.
Bold
Like a sailor on shore leave, she was game for any adventure, boating the high seas of the Gulf of Mexico, hiking parched trails across New Mexico, patrolling the rocky beaches of the Great Lakes, motorhoming up and over the high passes of Colorado, Jeeping along narrow, steep mountain paths, and golf-carting campgrounds across the West.
Brave
Fearless as a stampeding rhino, she would bolt to defend her family from invading raccoons, swat off crazed armadillos, stand guard against ferocious grizzlies (from an appropriate distance), stalk sneaky chipmunks, stare down bull elks in rut (from the passenger side window), and bring sheer terror to canines of any size she felt not worthy of her presence.
Feminine
When not fending off danger, however, she was the epitome of a princess lap dog, endlessly allowing friends (or strangers) to scratch her ears, massage her hair, and pat her velvety head. To meet her high quality standards, her lap providers were expected to use both hands simultaneously for as long as their strength held out.
Farewell fine friend.
Moving On
There is no way to replace the Mitz, but we need another pup. Jackson, our Australian Kelpie wants a pet. He has agreed to take the lead as we search for a suitable travel mate…I’ll let you know how that works out.
See you soon.