Today on Veterans Day I wanted to take the time to thank all of those who have and continue to be in service to our country. They are the true heroes.
And to all those veteran dogs out there, thank you for your service as well!
I sleep a little sounder at night thinking of all the fine men, women, and dogs out there who have protected us over the years.
From the bottom of my heart, Thank You.
xoxo, 
Lately I’ve been noticing that my Super Hero outfit is lacking a little something something.
So I sent mom on an errand to pick me up some bling, and she came back with some fantastic choices. The only problem is, I can’t decide which one I like best! So I need your help to decide which bling I should adorn my Super Hero outfit with?
So what do you think, which letter A is the one for me? Leave your vote in the comments and I’ll let everyone know which one is the winner next week!
A few weeks ago I announced the launch of new notepads and fun little doxie pens in my shop, which you can see HERE. Well, mom and I decided why have only two designs when you can have three!
So with a little inspiration from yours truly, we came up with the Hot Dog notepad!
Mom drew the little hot dog shape, which by the way looks so so yummy!
Even the little doxie pen looks oh so fun to play with, but I’m still perplexed at how he can snap in half like that!
You can fetch your own hot dog notepads and pens in my etsy shop HERE. Maybe you can even mail me a love note!
Just in time for Valentine’s Day I’ve designed some brand-new notepads that are now available in my Etsy Shop, FlyingHero.
Ok fine, mom helped a bit.
Each notepad design comes with a Dachshund pen for all your super adorable writing needs.
I can’t help but ooooh and ahhhh over their cuteness.
My notepad sets are $12 each and would make the perfect gift for your Valentine this year! Or you could always just keep it for yourself!
You can fetch my new notepads and pens HERE.
It’s true, I go on lots and lots of adventures with my family, but did you know that when I travel with my family most of the time it is to perform with my Painting Pony friends. All that is about to change though, because this week I’m traveling without the ponies all the way to North Carolina to visit my Uncle Taylor (the same Uncle Taylor who filmed our new Painting Pony DVD).
This will be the longest road trip I’ve ever taken, and the best part is that I not only get to travel with my family, but I also get to travel with my bestest buddy Trooper! Best week ever!
Over the weekend I helped mom and dad pack for the big trip, so I thought it would be fun to share with everyone exactly what ended up in my personal suitcase.
Ammo’s Suitcase:
I’m so excited to reach my destination, and I’ll be sure to post pictures of my road trip on Facebook and Instagram as I travel. But in case you miss any of the excitement, not to worry – I’ll give you a full recap of all my adventures when I return next week!
My stay-cation last week may have you thinking that all I did was go paddleboarding and flying, but this super dog never gets to relax completely – and I had to mix in a little bit of work too (if you can call it that).
My bestest pony friend Minnow the Painting Pony and I got our photoshoot on and took some promotional photos for this year’s Chincoteague Pony Penning held at the end of July.
Each year my friend Minnow (aka Super Minnow) travels to Chincoteague Island, Virginia to perform for a week during the annual Chincoteague Pony Swim and Auction.
Not only does he paint original art during his stay on the island, but he also gets to show off some of his amazing tricks by performing a skit during the nightly shows at the Chincoteague Pony Centre.
Mom and I work very hard for months in advance to help Minnow learn a new performance each year before pony penning – and I think this year’s performance is one of the best yet!
This year Minnow is going to Super Hero Bootcamp – and as you can see by his rolly polly belly that he certainly was in need of a bootcamp!
The only way to see Minnow’s new performance is to visit him on the island at the end of July, but since I knew not everyone would make it I talked mom into having a new DVD made of the performance that will be available for purchase hopefully next month. (meanwhile you can check out Minnow’s other DVD featuring yours truly HERE).
I’m a bit jealous that I won’t be able to watch Minnow’s performance live either, as dogs aren’t allowed many places on the island and I have to stay home with Dad, so I’ll just have to wish him luck from afar.
It’s a shame really, because what’s a Super Hero without his sidekick?
I’m sure Minnow knows I’m his biggest fan though, and I’ll be cheering him on from home! Go Minnow!
To see more photos of Minnow during our Super Hero Photoshoot make sure you check out the Painting Pony Blog.
You might remember that for Christmas I got a special little gift card from my Mom & Dad to get a custom painting of myself from Yellow Brick Home. Well, a few days ago a little package arrived at my door from the very talented Kim Vargo.
Photo Credit: Kim @ Yellow Brick Home
I couldn’t believe how much it looked like me! Mom says she even captured the special feisty little look in my eyes.
After modeling for a few photos with Mom and sending Kim some of my favorites from years past, I was so excited to see the results. Kim even said I was the very first Super Hero she got to paint! (I’m the cutest too, right?)
Mom hung it up in my home office for me, and I really can’t help but stare at it all day long!
Oh handsome little hero on the wall – you are just way too cool!
You can get your own custom pet paintings from Kim @ Yellow Brick Home (make sure you tell her the cutest Super Hero EVER sent you!)
*I was not paid or perk’d to write this post – I’m just super super excited about my new portrait!
Have you met my friend Minnow?
He’s a super talented painting pony who also happens to be one of my bestest friends (I know him!).
And it’s because of my bestest pal Minnow that I get to go to super cool events like the Brandywine Point to Point Races and watch horses race through terrain and over fences at lightning speed. Super cool right?
But, do you know what else is cool? Super Heroes. And this little Super Hero loves to work the crowd at super cool events where horses race through terrain and over fences at lightning speed.
I mingle with the ladies.
And draw in the crowd with my sleek look and awesome cape.
I even get the laughs when I bust out my stunt helmet for my death-defying tricks.
And just when they think theres no more, I bust out the big guns and amaze everyone with my big finale “bang” trick. It’s a tough job, but someones got to do it.
xoxo,
Being a Super Hero means many different things. Not only do you have duties to uphold, but you also have to live by the Super Hero Code. And since you are my friends, I’m going to share with you the super top-secret Super Hero Code. Which means this is on a need-to know basis….and I better not find it all over Facebook! *wink*
Ammo’s Super Hero Code
1. You have to look extra dashing in your Super Hero cape (spandex tights are optional – as not everyone can pull those off).
2. You have to have a charming smile that makes everyone instantly fall in love with you. (This one’s for the ladies).
3. You need to be able to bark in the face of danger (growling can be substituted if need be), because Super Heroes can’t be weenies.
4. Your greatest weapon is your nose, and a great Super Hero can smell friend or foe from a mile away.
5. You need to have bulging muscles and the ability to think on your toes.
6. You have to be smart and courageous or at least hide the fact that you like to snuggle under the covers with your mom at night.
7. All Super Heroes like cookies. (and we’re never too proud to accept donations – please see my mailing address below) *wink*
8. You must never take yourself too seriously, and laugh everyday.
9. You must have a heart of gold
10. And most importantly….Super Heroes don’t have to clean their bedrooms, pick up their toys, or brush their teeth. Did you hear that mom? It’s in the code! *wink*
Now go forth and be Super everyday!
Oh hey, did you come to play super heroes with me today?
What do you mean you don’t have a super cape?
Well, I guess we can share mine.
Even if it was especially made just for me.
But next time you better bring your own.
Because we need TWO super heroes to save the princess….
…and we both need to be able to fly.