* As I told you the other day, I’m heading to Phoenix to watch some spring training baseball games and try to decompress. I’ll miss this little guy something fierce. When we’re not in session, I spend most of my day working out of my home, so he keeps me company and helpfully distracts me when I get too into work. I just don’t know what I’d do without him…

       

25 Comments - Norseman - Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 1:42 pm: “Governor, when are you going to give us a budget?,” Oscar Sorry, I couldn’t resist. Have a great trip! - Oswego Willy - Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 1:43 pm: Safe Travels, Rich… An Oscar picture, just when I know I needed it most. Think about how happy you both will be upon your return. That will help. Have fun. - The Dude Abides - Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 1:44 pm: You have a great companion Rich, have a nice trip. - JoanP - Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 1:44 pm: “But why can’t I go, too, dad?” - Saluki - Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 1:46 pm: It is amazing the difference a dog can make in a persons life. Before I had one, I never thought I would worry about “getting home” to make sure the dog was alright. - Bystander - Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 1:49 pm: This is an exceptionally fine portrait of Oscar, fit for a Capitol building wall. Seems lacking a bow tie. - Wensicia - Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 1:49 pm: Oscar: “Just tie a pink ribbon around my neck, put me in a big Easter basket and take me along. Everyone will think I’m an oversized, stuffed animal!” - A guy - Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 1:55 pm: Happy Easter pal. This picture confirms that Oscar is the best groomed male member of the family. lol. Have a safe trip. - Anonymous - Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 1:58 pm: Catch a ballgame and some sunshine. Safe travels. - RNUG - Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 2:02 pm: Wondered if we were going to get an Oscar picture today. Thanks. - Vote Quimby! - Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 2:10 pm: Enjoy the weather and the games! - ArchPundit - Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 2:13 pm: Second cutest dog in the world (only a monster doesn’t think his own dog is the cutest and I may be a monster, but not in that way. - View from the cheap seats - Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 2:13 pm: White Sox fielding a team this year? - BBG - Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 2:24 pm: Nothing like the pure love and companionship of a faithful canine! Enjoy your time off! - Trooper - Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 2:27 pm: How old is he now?? - Beardown AZ - Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 2:31 pm: Bring your sunscreen. It’s hot and sunny here! - anon. - Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 2:35 pm: get him a service dog vest and take him with you! - Abe the Babe - Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 2:36 pm: Madigan! and the cute puppies he controls - Juvenal - Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 2:42 pm: Rich - Had to do a double take. Read it “Spent most of my morning working out at home.” Nevertheless: stay healthy, happy and wise! - illini - Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 2:43 pm: Thanks for the post. Given what I have been going through these past 2 weeks, I needed this. Always puts a smile on my face. Enjoy your trip and be safe. - Nieva - Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 2:49 pm: Man they can sure make you feel guilty when you have to leave for a few days. I would swear ours sheds tears. - Ghost - Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 3:01 pm: he can fly United Pet Safe……. - Mittuns - Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 3:02 pm: A well deserved break to catch some Cubs games. /s - Arthur Andersen - Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 3:21 pm: Happy Easter to Oscar! - Mama - Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 3:22 pm: Oscar is a handsome dog. Wishing you fun times in Phoenix. Sorry, comments for this post are now closed.