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The Black Knight's avatar

Happy birthday to the critters!

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you Knight!

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Lois Thomson Bowersock's avatar

Congratulations on your 3-year Celebration, Miss Heidi and Critters! Wow! We are so happy for you!

Will there be merch available at the seminar (and on CWC Substack) for critters, or will it only be for humans? I (Emily) like to get dressed up, so I would like a Critters t-shirt or bandana. My brothers wear bandanas.

Please be careful up there, Critters. I'm feeling anxious about the way things are going,

Our best to all of you and Miss Heidi,

Emily, on behalf of the Hounds and Cats at Hound Hollow

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you Emily and all of the Critters at Hound Hollow! We are starting to get requests for merch, so we will be looking into that. T-shirts and bandanas are a great idea. We've made a note of it. And if CwC is ever nominated for an Award, we'll have swag bags.:) What do you think of a mug or enamel camping cup? A personalized pet bowl in a variety of sizes? We are looking forward to sharing the next chapter with you. Safety. Is. Paramount. Luvluvluv, Jojo & Critters🐾

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Lois Thomson Bowersock's avatar

We really like bandanas. Our bandanas have helped keep us safe on many occasions. When people notice we are “dressed” they realize we aren’t strays and they treat us very well. We also like to dress up in our winter vests when it is cold outside. Our vests are very special to us. I (Emily) really like dressing up.

Our mom prefers a regular mug. Our dad likes ball caps.

Will I (Emily) be able to get something with JoJo’s photo on it?

Hugs to all the Critters and a special tail wag to you, JoJo

Your friend Emily, on behalf of all the Dogs and Cats of Hound Hollow

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you Emily, this gives us so much to work with. Bandanas, mugs, ball caps. Noted! Are those regular size bandanas or the kind you get from a groomer? How about a boutique one of a kind special edition bandanna for Emily with a photo of Jojo on it? Jojo also wears a vest. So sporty! 🐾

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Lois Thomson Bowersock's avatar

We prefer regular size bandanas, Miss Heidi. Our mom folds them so they fit each of us perfectly. Vests are wonderful. And, William looks very dapper wearing a doggie bow tie.

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Bowties!

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Mary B's avatar

Congrats on 3 years, Heidi! Great chapter, btw.

Also, I would like to attend the How to Leave No Stone Unturned seminar. And perhaps get an event t-shirt with seminar registration . . .

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, Mary! You continue to inspire me to come up with merch!

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Mary B's avatar

Welcome! 😁 I think merch would fly off the shelves!

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Robin Motzer's avatar

Happy 3 years, Heidi and critters!

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you so much, Robin!

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Trudi Nicola's avatar

Three years? Wow! Congratulations! And another splendid chapter, Critters. Bravo! 👏

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you so much, Trudi! Very pleased we've met you along the way and that you've enjoyed the latest chapter.:)

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Trudi Nicola's avatar

It is a joy to be part of the Critters family 🥰✨🐾

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

You are family.:)

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Trudi Nicola's avatar

Yay! 🥰✨

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Laura J. Wellner's avatar

Congratulations on three years of creating critter reading on Substack!

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you so much, Laura! You and your Critters inspire us.:)

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Jane Deegan's avatar

Congratulations 🐾 😺

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you Jane! We appreciate you!

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Joyce's avatar

YAY!!! Congratulations, critters 💙🐾💙

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you so much, Joyce! Your support is very much appreciated!

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Jim Melvin's avatar

Congrats!!!

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, Jim!

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Marie Cloutier's avatar

congratulations on your three years!

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, Marie! Very happy to have met you along the way here. Looking forward to your next Haiku.:)

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Marie Cloutier's avatar

aww <3 thanks! likewise. glad we've crossed paths!

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Fur sure!

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Neil Barker's avatar

Interesting chapter, Heidi and now we have a name for the elusive mastermind! Enjoying story and eager to see the critters catch up with BB. :) And Happy 3-year anniversary!

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, Neil! The criminal mastermind and the world renowned sleuth are now working in stark contrast to each other. Who will prevail? Thank you so much for staying tuned!

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Diana van Eyk's avatar

Congratulations on your three year anniversary, Heidi and critters! Hooray!🎉🪅🎊

And. I'm very intrigued about Busby Bubbs.

Thanks for another amazing chapter.

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, Diana, and thank you for meeting up with us along the way over these past few years. I continue to learn a lot from your writings. And now, thank you for staying tuned about Busby Bubbs.

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Sheryl O'Connell's avatar

Happy Anniversary critters!

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you so much, Sheryl! We're very happy to have met you here along the way.:)

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