My New Favorite Toy

Mom bought me a "BunnyIQ" toy from my friends at BunSpace. I wasn't so sure I like the idea of having an "IQ" game. I'm the smartest rabbit on the block (well...I am the only rabbit on the block...but I digress).

I didn't really like the game at first but once I figured out that I get a treat every single time I play, I learned how to play it really fast! Check out the video Mom took of me with her phone.

Happy Holidays!

Hi everyone...it has been a long time since we've last spoken. Things are just as crazy as usual in my house. My mom is busy with her museum job and I only get to see my dad on the weekends (when he isn't traveling for his job). Thump!

This year I begged my mom not to take me to see the big red man with a beard (AKA Santa). She agreed, but she failed to mention that I would have to wear a few hats for this year's holiday photos. Ugh! You know how much I hate hats!

Here are a few of the photos mom managed to take while I worked my best to take these stupid reindeer and Santa hats off!








FINALLY...I escaped the Santa hat....


....and took off straight for my box.



Happy Holidays!

Happy Birthday to Me!

Hi everyone...I know it has been a LONG time since I've updated you on my life. Trust me...life is a bit crazy in my house. I'll catch you up below. But first I must share a few photos from my third birthday.

Here I am playing with my hat (those of you who know me...know how I really feel about the hats Mom makes me wear!).

Here's my cake...complete with 3 carrot candles.

Thanks Mom!

Enough with the hat....I want to eat cake!

A few more close ups.

As for the craziness in my house. Here's a brief recap of what's happened since my last update.

My Mom is finishing her job with the State of Iowa and she is also working as the new Executive Director of the Muscatine History and Industry Center. She's working both jobs on a part-time basis...or that's what she attempts. She also just finished a pictorial book of Muscatine history. Hence why I haven't had much computer time. Plus, my dad got a new position and he has to work 2.5 hours away! Mom and Dad have bought a townhome in Ankeny, Iowa. That's where Dad is going to live during the week. He will come home to see me on the weekends. I'm not sure how this is really going to work and I can tell Mom and Dad are both a bit stressed.

Anyway, I hope to have more time to update you on my life once Mom starts full-time at the museum next month.

Until next time....

Happy Halloween!

Happy Halloween everyone! Tonight I tried on my costume for the big day (OK...Mom made me try on my costume). I normally don't like it when Mom puts a hat on my head, but today I was excited to get dressed up for Halloween. Can you guess who I am?


Still don't know? I am Jackson Harering Potter. Get it? Harering (Harry) Potter. Pretty neat, eh?


And with my special powers, if I nod my head candy corn suddenly appears! (OK...mom and dad somehow made the candy corn appear. Can't a bunny dream?).

Here are a few more photos of me in my costume.


In my last post, I told you that Mom was worried I wasn't feeling very well. I really feel fine but Mom took me to the vet anyway. I guess I have something called anemia. I also test positive for something Mom calls EC. I heard her talking to the vet's office today. I think she is going to make me take medicine. Yuck! But don't worry, I feel just fine.

Happy Halloween! Catch me if you can....

New Photos of Me

Hi everyone. I have had a very bad day. Mom made me go to the vet today. She thinks I am drinking too much water...and that means there is something wrong with me. I feel just fine, but Mom thinks there is something wrong.

Well I think I am fine, but I am mad at her for making me get a ton of tests today. But I can't stay mad too long. I did let Mom take photos of me tonight. Enjoy!

Bye for now!

I Must Be the Lucky Charm...Cards Win!

Hi everyone. I know it has been a long time since I've updated my blog. My Mom's new job is taking TONS more time than she thought. So I've been spending my days and nights figuring out ways to get on her nerves (I have suddenly found that Dad's speakers taste REALLY good!). Hehe..

Tonight Mom let me get on her computer to celebrate the Cardinals winning the NL Central Division. I knew wearing my Dad's Cards hat on opening day was going to give the Redbirds the extra push they needed.


I think I had better keep the cap close...there are still plenty of games before the World Series.

Paws crossed. Bye for now!

Special Visitors

Hi everyone! I hope all is well with you.


I had VERY special visitors at my house this week. My Grandma and Grandpa McHugh came to see me! I was SO excited when my Mom told me they were visiting. I don't get to see them very often.

I love hanging out with Grandpa McHugh because he will roll around with me on the floor. Here I am checking Grandpa out.

And don't tell anyone...but I even gave Grandpa a few licks to show him I was so happy to see him. Hehe...

Grandma McHugh looks really good. She lost her hair while fighting cancer last year but it is starting to grow back. Even better, Grandma is officially in remission. She can't play with me on the floor but I did let her hold me in the chair (for a few minutes...not that I don't love Grandma...I would just rather be on the floor).




Grandma and Grandpa are moving to a place called The Woodlands in Texas. My Mom drove Grandma and her car to Texas last week and then flew home. I'm super happy for Grandma and Grandpa and I am really glad I got to see them before they moved.

Until next time....

Pin Up Bunny?

I have some exciting news to share. I am going to be featured in the 2010 (and first-ever) BunSpace calendar!

A few months ago, BunSpace (the social networking site for house rabbit owners) teamed up with the House Rabbit Society to sponsor a calendar photo contest. Mom paid a small fee to enter two photos of me...with the proceeds benefiting the House Rabbit Society. Hundreds of photos were submitted by bunny parents around the world and BunSpace members voted on their favorite photo.

I was stunned this morning to learn that this photo finished in 10th place of all of the photos submitted! (Mom titled it: Bundolf the Brown Nose Bundeer)


This means this photo will be part of the calendar. How cool is that?! My dad says if I keep this up I might have to get my own agent!

You know, I HATE wearing those stupid hats and costumes Mom brings home for me. But now that I am going to be famous, I forgive her for making me wear them.

That's all from me today. I am celebrating with hay, a few treats, and a long nap!
Bye for now....

Remembering Mr. Cronkite

It has been a very sad night at my house. Legendary newsman Walter Cronkite died earlier this evening in New York. He was 92.

My mom had the honor of working with Mr. Cronkite on a few radio projects back in 2001. Here is a photo of Mom, her friend Keith, and producer Reese Erlich with Mr. Cronkite.


I didn't know Mr. Cronkite but in watching the news coverage tonight I am sure he was a friend to all rabbits.

May he rest in peace as he crosses the rainbow bridge.

She Caught Me!

Yep...she caught me. I am not proud of it. But what can I do? Sometimes I need my beauty rest! Being an active rabbit is hard work!

This morning my Mom caught me at my most vulnerable moment....relaxing after a good run around the house. Mom LOVES it when I flop down on the floor. I just wish she wouldn't document it. But alas, she did. Here are the pictures to prove it.









Now...I need to get back to my nap. Bye for now!

Happy Birthday to Me!

Hi everyone! Today is a big day in my life. I am officially TWO years old.

Last year I didn't really know what a birthday was. But I learn quickly so I was prepared this year. I started bugging Mom about my birthday over a week ago. At first she pretended not to notice. Finally she asked me what I wanted for my "big day" this year. I told her I wanted a cake just like last year (but with 2 candles...because I am TWO now). I also told her I wanted streamers but NO party hats. Well I almost got my wish.

During the night, the birthday fairy decorated my room with colorful streamers.


Then Mom and Dad brought me a bunny-shaped cake with TWO carrot candles and cilantro. I was so happy I couldn't wait to eat it!


But then Mom did make me put on a hat. Oh well...I decided I could wear the hat for a bit since Mom made me the cake I wanted.


I tackled the cilantro first.


Then I stuck my face right in the middle.


Finally I ditched the hat and attacked the "candles."




Here are some more photos from my big day.

Enough with the photos....can I please have more cake?!

Oh...one more thing...I told Mom that I didn't want a pile of gifts this year. Instead I told her I wanted to give the bunnies at the local humane society some hay and treats...because every bunny should have hay and treats....even if they don't have a home. So Mom is taking a bag of goodies to the Muscatine Humane Society this week.

Thanks Mom! This was the best birthday ever!


Now...I must get back to my cake.


Bye for now!