Who will be the Presidential Pup? How about a Boston Terrier?

Why has it taken so long to pick a Presidential Pup? Many cabinet appointments have been made: Secretary of State, Energy, Education, and Climate Czarina.





Even VP elect Biden has picked a German Shepherd pup. How hard can it be?







I want to throw a "bone" in the ring for Presidential Pup.

How About a Boston Terrier? Of course, I have my own Betty, see above as a puppy, so I may be biased. However, I have listed ten reasons why a Boston Terrier should be in the running for the White House puppy.

1. The Boston Terrier is the first American breed recognized by the American Kennel Club.
There is an interesting history here. In 1865, two dogs were bred that are the ancestors of all Boston Terriers. Hooper's Judge, part English bull-dog and part English Terrier, and Gyp, a bull dog type dog. Their puppies were bred with similar dogs and after many years, a breed was formed that was accepted by AKC in 1983. The breed was first rejected when called the American Bull Terrier, but was accepted when called the Boston Terrier

2. Boston Terriers are called the American Gentleman (even the females) because of their tuxedo look and their gentle disposition.

3. They are very smart and alert.

4. They come in many colors.
The most common is black and white, but some dogs have brindle; some are brown (seal); and some are more white than brown or black.

5. There is precedent.
President Harding had a Boston Terrier.

6. They are affectionate, lovable and gentle
They do lick, though; they are loyal and good companions.

7. They are very energetic and love to "fetch."

8. They come in three sizes: small (15 lbs.), medium 20 lbs., large 25 lbs.

9. They don't shed; they don't have fur.

10. They are cute.

So, Obama family, what are you waiting for? Pick a Boston Terrier; go American.


Mary Greenwood, Mediator, Attorney and Author of
How To Negotiate LIke A Pro: 41 Rules for Resolving Disputes, Winner of six book awards
Best How To Book, DIY Festival
Runner Up, New York Book Festival, E-Book and Self-Help Category
Finalist ForeWord Magazine Book of the Year Awards
Finalist, Best National Book Awards, Self-Help Category
Honorable Mention, London Book Festival
How To Mediate Like A Pro: 42 Rules for Mediating Disputes
Winner of five book awards
Best National Book AWard, Law Category
Best E-Book, New York Book Festival
Best How To Book, Beach Book Festival
Best E-Book, Indie Excellence Awards
Spirit AWard, South Florida Writers Association
Email: howtonegotiate@aol.com
www.marygreenwood.com

Focus On The Goal: Obama Knows How To Negotiate

"He took down a political machine without raising his voice," Peggy Noonan, former Reagan speech writer

Anger had no role in Obama's campaign. He focused on the goal of the presidency and did not let emotions interfere with that goal. That is Rule 1 in my book, How To Negotiate Like A Pro: 41 Rules for Resolving Disputes.

The most-used adjective about Obama is "cool," as in "cool, calm and collected." No matter what was said or done during the campaign, he remained unflappable. When others booed during his speeches when he mentioned his rivals, he would say that it was not necessary to boo, it was only necessary to vote.

Not letting your emotions interfere with the goal is a strength not a weakness. When one is angry, one does not have as much control and may say something he will regret later. When one is "cool", the approach is rational, organized, and logical. I like having a "cool" President.

Rule 1 How To Negotiate Like A Pro





Mary Greenwood, Mediator, Attorney and Author of
How To Negotiate LIke A Pro: 41 Rules for Resolving Disputes, Winner of six book awards
Best How To Book, DIY Festival
Runner Up, New York Book Festival, E-Book and Self-Help Category
Finalist ForeWord Magazine Book of the Year Awards
Finalist, Best National Book Awards, Self-Help Category
Honorable Mention, London Book Festival
How To Mediate Like A Pro: 42 Rules for Mediating Disputes
Winner of five book awards
Best National Book AWard, Law Category
Best E-Book, New York Book Festival
Best How To Book, Beach Book Festival
Best E-Book, Indie Excellence Awards
Spirit AWard, South Florida Writers Association
Email: howtonegotiate@aol.com
www.marygreenwood.com

Be Willing To Apologize: Obama Negotiates Like A Pro

Rule 17: How To NegotiateLike A Pro

One of Mr. Obama's first act as President-Elect was to make an apology to Nancy Reagan. When asked about contacting former Presidents, he had said that he had talked to all living Presidents. He also said he did not want to get into a "Nancy Reagan thing" with seances.

Realizing his mistake, Obama said the remark was "careless and off-hand." He called Nancy Reagan and apologized and he reported back that they had a warm conversation. It turns out that she really did not have seances, but allegedly consulted an astrologer concerning his calendar according to a book written about Reagan's presidency. There were also reports in the press that Hillary Clinton conjured the spirit of Eleanor Roosevelt although it was not really a nouance.

Nevertheless, in any kind of mediation, negotiation, or snafu, being willing to apologize is a a good way to resolve the situation. However, it must be heartfelt. Many people find giving an apology difficult. Somehow it gets stuck in their craw and they blurt out an "I'm sorry." with no feeing.

Why is an apology so important? It is a way to give the other side respect, dignity, and vindication. If you make fun of a former first lady, action must be taken very quickly, Obama had to take responsibility for the remark. Sometimes explaining what you really meant can make things even worse. I would love to have known what he actually said to Nancy Reagan. Hopefully they will get a laugh out of it the next time they visit.

Rule 20 How To Mediate Like A Pro


Mary Greenwood, Mediator, Attorney and Author of
How To Negotiate LIke A Pro: 41 Rules for Resolving Disputes, Winner of six book awards
Best How To Book, DIY Festival
Runner Up, New York Book Festival, E-Book and Self-Help Category
Finalist ForeWord Magazine Book of the Year Awards
Finalist, Best National Book Awards, Self-Help Category
Honorable Mention, London Book Festival
How To Mediate Like A Pro: 42 Rules for Mediating Disputes
Winner of five book awards
Best National Book AWard, Law Category
Best E-Book, New York Book Festival
Best How To Book, Beach Book Festival
Best E-Book, Indie Excellence Awards
Spirit AWard, South Florida Writers Association
Email: howtonegotiate@aol.com
www.marygreenwood.com