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* 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…

posted by Rich Miller
Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 1:39 pm

Comments

“Governor, when are you going to give us a budget?,” Oscar

Sorry, I couldn’t resist.

Have a great trip!

Comment by Norseman Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 1:42 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.

Comment by Oswego Willy Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 1:43 pm
You have a great companion Rich, have a nice trip.

Comment by The Dude Abides Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 1:44 pm
“But why can’t I go, too, dad?”

Comment by JoanP Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 1:44 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.

Comment by Saluki Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 1:46 pm
This is an exceptionally fine portrait of Oscar,
fit for a Capitol building wall. Seems lacking
a bow tie.

Comment by Bystander 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!”

Comment by Wensicia Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 1:49 pm
Happy Easter pal. This picture confirms that Oscar is the best groomed male member of the family. lol. Have a safe trip.

Comment by A guy Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 1:55 pm
Catch a ballgame and some sunshine. Safe travels.

Comment by Anonymous Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 1:58 pm
Wondered if we were going to get an Oscar picture today. Thanks.

Comment by RNUG Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 2:02 pm
Enjoy the weather and the games!

Comment by Vote Quimby! Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 2:10 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.

Comment by ArchPundit Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 2:13 pm
White Sox fielding a team this year?

Comment by View from the cheap seats Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 2:13 pm
Nothing like the pure love and companionship of a faithful canine! Enjoy your time off!

Comment by BBG Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 2:24 pm
How old is he now??

Comment by Trooper Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 2:27 pm
Bring your sunscreen. It’s hot and sunny here!

Comment by Beardown AZ Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 2:31 pm
get him a service dog vest and take him with you!

Comment by anon. Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 2:35 pm
Madigan! and the cute puppies he controls

Comment by Abe the Babe Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 2:36 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!

Comment by Juvenal Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 2:42 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.

Comment by illini Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 2:43 pm
Man they can sure make you feel guilty when you have to leave for a few days. I would swear ours sheds tears.

Comment by Nieva Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 2:49 pm
he can fly United Pet Safe…….

Comment by Ghost Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 3:01 pm
A well deserved break to catch some Cubs games. /s

Comment by Mittuns Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 3:02 pm
Happy Easter to Oscar!

Comment by Arthur Andersen Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 3:21 pm
Oscar is a handsome dog.
Wishing you fun times in Phoenix.

Comment by Mama Friday, Mar 25, 16 @ 3:22 pm