#petalrainfield

I give Petal a bath (and blow dry and coconut oil on her skin) and then she gives me a bath! (laughing) #petalrainfield #chinesecrested #hairyhairless #dogstagram #ilovemydog #ilovemychinesecresteddog #dogmom #cherylrainfield #YAwriter #LGBTQwriter #booknerd #bookworm #ireadYA #survivor #feminist https://www.instagram.com/p/BukQiSsn8QX/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1wjm0lga59406

My sweet author assistant Petal has got her favourite goose toy in her mouth after squeaking it, while I sit in my office typing up a first draft of a new novel. (Yes, I write and edit by hand. I find it is more connected to my inner voice and creativity.) I am so glad Petal is feeling good again! #petalrainfield #chinesecrested #hairyhairless #dogstagram #ilovemydog #ilovemychinesecresteddog #dogmom #cherylrainfield #YAwriter #LGBTQwriter #booknerd #bookworm #ireadYA #survivor #feminist #YAlit #YAbooks https://www.instagram.com/p/BtlkS-Onkh1/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=bidiu73syrxa

It's Petal's birthday today! She turns eight. I am so grateful for this sweet, gentle, loving little girl who gives me unconditional love and is my family. She is like a child's to me. . . . #petalrainfield #chinesecrested #hairyhairless #dogstagram #ilovemydog #ilovemychinesecresteddog #dogmom #cherylrainfield #YAwriter #LGBTQwriter #booknerd #bookworm #ireadYA #survivor #feminist https://www.instagram.com/p/BrnfxRiHNkJ/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=nq8hf1jg1pgi

Editing outside with Petal again for an hour or so. I can edit with one hand and hold the chew stick for her with the other! (Laughing) Though I encourage her to hold it by herself, too. She is the perfect company and author assistant while I work. . . . #petalrainfield #chinesecrested #hairyhairless #dogstagram #ilovemydog #ilovemychinesecresteddog #dogmom #cherylrainfield #YAwriter #LGBTQwriter #booknerd #bookworm #ireadYA #survivor #feminist https://www.instagram.com/p/Bn6yaDFFmUF/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=7uf0990sn1a8

Petal enjoying the sun and wind. Dogs are so good at being in the now! . . . #petalrainfield #chinesecrested #hairyhairless #dogstagram #ilovemydog #ilovemychinesecresteddog #dogmom https://www.instagram.com/p/BnrZ4F-lYWF/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=thtajhf81n5w

Petal and me from this morning. Flowers and sun and shade. Breeze and scents. Cuddles and love. And my Love Always Wins T-shirt, because I believe it does - even if it takes decades. Love cuts through hate. . . . #petalrainfield #chinesecrested #hairyhairless #dogstagram #ilovemydog #ilovemychinesecresteddog #dogmom #cherylrainfield #YAwriter #LGBTQwriter #booknerd #bookworm #ireadYA #survivor #feminist #lovealwayswins #loveislove #lovetrumpshate #positivevibes

Working on a new manuscript with my sweet cuddly girl pressed against me. The best work atmosphere ever! . . . #cherylrainfield #YAwriter #LGBTQwriter #booknerd #bookworm #ireadYA #survivor #feminist #YAlit #YAbooks #writing #writer #petalrainfield #chinesecrested #hairyhairless #dogstagram #ilovemydog #ilovemychinesecresteddog #servicedog #dogmom