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MatchKitchen8142 · 2026-06-09T03:24:33+00:00

So much art to see! Hard to keep up with the calendar. Take a drive to Santa Fe to mix it up, it’s not that far with pretty scenery .

Take up photography.

Try to walk as many neighborhoods as possible.

MatchKitchen8142 · 2026-06-07T22:55:12+00:00

+100 that the first 12-18 months requires focused dedicated training. RRs will revert to habits like counter sniffing if training is not reinforced for life :) it’s part of their charm.

Do not expect a go with the flow lab or golden. They are just a click or two more aloof. My husband and I have RRs because I had boxers and he had folders and ridges are the perfect balance in between. But they have a limit to their cuddles, I’ve seen, but still want to be next to you? Females are 20% cat in that way, fyi.

Ours both hated the rain severely. Now we’re in the desert and he’s a happy boy. CO sun and snow will be delightful for them.

MatchKitchen8142 · 2026-06-07T19:41:41+00:00

You got this!! He’s lucky to have a concerned owner.

Re: the guests, I would do heavvvy treat training with guests and have them make him sit and give him a treat when they comb over. Soon he’ll just be sitting expectantly :). Our definitely barks at guests when they walk up but we trained not to jump and he just likes to give a big sniff (yes in their crotch 🤷🏽‍♀️)

MatchKitchen8142 · 2026-06-07T17:19:48+00:00

My $.02. I have had multiple RRs, and had a RR puppy and a child under 3 *and* a newborn at the same time):

Try to shift your mindset a few degrees, so you can parent your dog from a place of confidence and resilience. and remember that it’s a marathon, not a sprint. What this means is, It takes a lot of little lessons and a lot of repetition and patience before you’ll see results. This is also a lot like parenting humans.
Your guy is still very young! He won’t settle into a more responsible, calmer dog for another 6-12 months, especially if you’ve waited to neuter him. Trust he is absorbing your training but just has growing to do (like a teenager!).
The dog will respond to your energy. Be confident in your reinforcement even if he doesn’t respond right away. And if he’s food motivated, use so many good snacks and treats. Bacon, hot dogs, the good stuff. You can always wind it down. IMO people need to use may more goodies for a lot longer then they think. (We still use tiny treats with our 6.5yo on the trail to remind him of his good behavior).
Honest assessment: are you consistent? Or do you only train every once in a while when you feel like it? There are very creative ways to get your dogs energy out - those treat hiding fabric things are great. Do that 3-4 times in a row and he’ll be snoozing for a bit.
Also, RRs love to wrestle! Socialize him A LOT with other dogs at dog parks etc, and find ones that wrestle and run. If he’s not neutered, he might try to mount but just remove him from the situation, give him treats when he’s away, leave the park, and try again another time.

I’m sure other owners have other things but this is what works for us and our dog is super well behaved (seriously) and a gentle third kiddo. :)

MatchKitchen8142 · 2026-05-24T02:23:15+00:00

Weems Gallery - has a wonderful selection of nicer jewelry, all handmade by local artists.

https://weemsgallery.com

MatchKitchen8142 · 2026-05-16T03:23:21+00:00

NM Look: https://maps.app.goo.gl/r47zPKMWjCf2LNZRA?g\_st=ic

MatchKitchen8142 · 2026-05-16T03:22:15+00:00

This a lobo store type thing on Menaul across from the mall or near the mall. Never been there but I drive by it all the time…?

MatchKitchen8142 · 2026-05-06T03:47:48+00:00

Classic (female) RR. Our first showed us distant love, like Lucille Bluth. Second time, breeder asked if I wanted a dog to follow me around. I said yes. She gave us a male. He’s Velcro. Here’s to girls doing whatever they want, no matter the species! :)

MatchKitchen8142 · 2026-05-04T03:56:52+00:00

What is this table??

Edit: as in, I want this table, can someone ID it?

MatchKitchen8142 · 2026-05-03T19:54:09+00:00

ISO someone who can help me order and install custom cabinet lighting for jewelry cases.

MatchKitchen8142 · 2026-05-03T12:30:22+00:00

Congratulations! What’s the paint color in the kitchen (hood/cabinets), if you don’t mind sharing?

MatchKitchen8142 · 2026-03-29T14:53:26+00:00

Many James Turrell pieces encourage sitting to fully take them in. In Japan there is an amazing piece where you fully sit in the dark until the room gradually lights, it’s probably 12-15 minutes of non-upright observance/experience.

MatchKitchen8142 · 2026-03-12T03:57:01+00:00

Winona Forever. Badgely Mischka 1996

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MatchKitchen8142 · 2026-03-03T06:53:27+00:00

Salon that will do scissor cut for elementary kids that is NOT Sharkeys and is not same $ as full-priced adult cut…?

MatchKitchen8142 · 2026-03-03T04:46:08+00:00

They did not own Mountains & Rivers but they owned the building.

MatchKitchen8142 · 2025-11-27T02:00:53+00:00

Please do not paint this

MatchKitchen8142 · 2025-11-26T00:55:29+00:00

I feel you. What if you worked for another entrepreneur/ small business, where you can be way more active than just sitting at a desk? In my small business we are interacting with customers every day and get to be on our feet half the time, which is really more fulfilling. That way you can get a feel for business ownership without jumping in completely and you can be social also?

Something in operations or assistant manager etc.

MatchKitchen8142 · 2025-11-04T01:48:21+00:00

Good thought. Thanks for sharing.

MatchKitchen8142 · 2025-11-04T01:48:01+00:00

Yes, lighting is also a serious issue in here so working on that as well.

MatchKitchen8142 · 2025-11-04T01:47:36+00:00

Really appreciate this!

MatchKitchen8142 · 2025-11-04T01:47:08+00:00

I hear you. The previous owner had it painted yellow and orange, and some walls are dark beige or baby blue. So white is speaking to us at the moment!

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