"It's A Wonderful Dog - Summertime"
It’s summertime in Merivelle, and Riven Chapowits is on a mission to show he’s a changed man. An earlier vow doesn’t allow him to explain himself, testing his resolve to stay the course of redemption. Bear Bailey, the Great Pyrenees who sees the best in everyone, endeavors to help Riven get involved in the community. But Riven’s history, coupled with Bear’s age, makes it challenging for both of them.
Hoping to put her beloved town on the map, Bear’s owner, Mary Bailey, makes a deal for a country music superstar to film a series of videos in Merivelle. Juggling the new venture, she neglects to keep tabs on old friends. When a visitor arrives right before the week-long video shoot, they may have a history that jeopardizes everyone’s hard work.
Meanwhile, a sweet, but scared puppy soul refuses to come to Earth until the Rainbow Bridge angels tell her stories about Bear Bailey. Eager to meet the Great Pyrenees, Betty appears in Merivelle and learns that even when life’s road is difficult, it’s still an adventure worth taking. Especially when you share the journey with a wonderful dog.
"It's A Wonderful Dog - Easter Eggs"
Several years after nearly being lost to the town villain, Bear Bailey’s Co-op and Grocery has become the community hub. Mary Bailey’s cousin, Katie, is the cornerstone in the store’s impressive growth, though her personal life lacks the same success.
As the co-op seeks new solutions for much needed funding, a wandering dog appears in town with the arrival of spring. Bear learns the heartbreaking history of the abandoned hobo dog, and soon realizes the stray has arrived to help Katie find her life’s journey. However, the old dog is intent on departing, but not before he supports Katie as she comes to terms with hidden Easter eggs in her past.
A continuation of the charming and supportive community in the It’s a Wonderful Dog series, It’s a Wonderful Dog – Easter Eggs highlights the power of understanding the past, the necessity of forgiveness and how the road to adventure can lead to the best version of ourselves when we least expect it.
"It's A Wonderful Dog - A Christmas Tail"
It’s Christmas Eve in western Kansas and a snowstorm is gaining strength as Bear Bailey, a devoted Great Pyrenees, tries to comfort his beloved owner Mary. She’s in hot water with the local business villain, and Bear’s earlier altercation with this miser only seemed to make things worse. When Mary blurts out that she wishes for a different life, Bear blames himself for her despair and runs away.
Meanwhile Jiff, a Labrador patiently waiting for his own human to meet him at the Rainbow Bridge, sees Bear shivering alone in the blizzard. Knowing Bear won’t survive the night without intervention, Jiff volunteers to act as Bear’s guardian angel on Earth. He is determined to show the Great Pyrenees what the lives of the humans around him would have been like without his presence over the years.
This holiday “tail” is for those who love the season but feel the deep loss of loved ones (both furry and human), It’s a Wonderful Dog shines a light on the power of love and community, and reminds us that miracles do exist.
About Keri
Keri Salas grew up a small town girl with a sense of grand adventure. After marrying her childhood sweetheart and starting their first business on a shoestring budget, she went on to spend the last two decades as a life coach helping others reach their dreams.
Exploring London, snuggling with her dogs (past, present, and future), and spending time with her husband, David, are the great loves of her life. Though not necessarily in that order. She believes that people will knock your socks off with their kindness, and life is filled with miracles and serendipitous events to rival any great fictional book.
