Move Over, State Invertebrate …
Here comes the state dog! Show-Me Progress and Kansas City Prime Buzz note the filing of a bill to honor Newfoundlands in general and Seaman (the dog who went along on the Lewis and Clark expedition) in particular.
I wonder if a school group lobbied for this one, as many of the other state symbols originated in fourth-grade class projects.
The more time they spend deliberating on the state animal, the less time they spend legislating away personal liberties.
Also, I applaud the excellent choice of dog breed. The Harbin family has had four Newfoundlands.
Here is a picture of my Newfoundland, Madeline, who just turned 2:
[caption id="" align="alignleft" width="604" caption="Madeline"][/caption]Comment by Christine Harbin — December 5, 2009 @ 11:44 a.m.
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Comment by Christine Harbin — December 5, 2009 @ 11:46 a.m.
I don’t think the state should give out endorsements. But, that is one adorable dog. I give her my official seal of cuteness.
Comment by Sarah Brodsky — December 5, 2009 @ 5:33 p.m.