By Gary Lloyd I wrote this back in October, after the first sunrise of the fall that required a hoodie, but you’re reading it now, likely after Sonny has celebrated … Continue reading Time to cut a new path
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The Sonny, the moon, and the stars
By Gary Lloyd Each mailbox, some 20 feet apart, others 35, is a can’t-miss historic landmark around here. I suppose the yellow fire hydrants are, too. Every sewer top is … Continue reading The Sonny, the moon, and the stars
Hike & Write might become tradition
By Gary Lloyd My wife is awesome, so let’s just lead with that. For my birthday, she booked a three-day, two-night stay for me and our dog, Sonny, in a … Continue reading Hike & Write might become tradition
‘Sonny Days’ excerpt
By Gary Lloyd His name is Sean Dietrich. You may know him as Sean of the South. I know him, simply, as Sean. And he was kind enough, when talking … Continue reading ‘Sonny Days’ excerpt
‘Sonny Days’ is available
TRUSSVILLE, Ala. — Gary Lloyd has released his sixth book, Sonny Days: Struggles, Scenery and Solace with the World’s Strangest Shelter Dog. The book’s official release date is July 29. … Continue reading ‘Sonny Days’ is available
Greyhound racing ends in Birmingham
‘Perfect storm of circumstances’ spells the end By Gary Lloyd BIRMINGHAM — Live greyhound racing has ended at the Birmingham Race Course. Birmingham Racing Commission Executive Director Kip Keefer confirmed … Continue reading Greyhound racing ends in Birmingham
‘Sonny Days’ interview excerpts
By Gary Lloyd Presented without context, here are some memorable quotes that will appear in my next book, Sonny Days. “Dogs have been everything to me. My best friends were … Continue reading ‘Sonny Days’ interview excerpts
Book Excerpt: Sonny Days
By Gary Lloyd I’m working on my sixth book, Sonny Days, the story of our rescue dog Sonny and other inspiring canine stories. I’m still in the latter phases of … Continue reading Book Excerpt: Sonny Days
Sandlot Sonny
By Gary Lloyd As someone who writes stories, I am conditioned to find the theme, to dig for the hidden meaning like a dog after whatever lies a foot beneath … Continue reading Sandlot Sonny
Governor announces death of state’s ‘first dog’
MONTGOMERY — The Office of the Governor is sad to announce the death of Bear, Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey’s beloved dog, who passed away Friday from ongoing health issues. Bear, a … Continue reading Governor announces death of state’s ‘first dog’
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