Tag Archives: dog

The Unwanted Intrusion

Posted on August 8, 2016 by

Two weeks ago, our dear Beau got skunked! We had let him out for his pre-bedtime ritual under the Redwoods. I was tidying up in the kitchen. I noticed he took a little longer than usual. So, I called out … Continue reading →

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Beau Among the Daffodils

Posted on March 14, 2015 by

It’s been a few days since I got back from my long trip. On the night I arrived, it was quite dark by the time we drove into our driveway. The next morning, over coffee, my hubby asked, “Have you … Continue reading →

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Holiday Salutations

Posted on December 26, 2014 by

On Christmas morning, my hubby wanted to go for a morning walk. We’re at an age now where, no matter how late we nod off to slumberland the night before, we still get up at the same time. Bright and … Continue reading →

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Splish-Splashing Away!

Posted on October 13, 2014 by

Beau has discovered that he likes the water after all.  On a recent Saturday trip to Fort Funston, Beau surprised us by running towards the on-rushing waves. It used to be that he would not even deign to get his … Continue reading →

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The Dog Goes Everywhere!

Posted on April 11, 2014 by

My friends from Orinda have been empty nesters for longer than we have been. They raised three kids. Their youngest, a daughter, went to NYU and has been swallowed by the Manhattan scene ever since. In the recent years, we … Continue reading →

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Coolest Biker Pooch

Posted on April 6, 2014 by

While walking around a street fair this afternoon, my hubby and I came across one of the coolest dogs yet!

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Sunset at Carmel Beach

Posted on February 13, 2014 by

Folks, Beau has a new favorite place to get his “zoomies” going. We noticed that when Beau is in a very playful mood, and this is usually when he’s outdoors, he gets into this mode of running around in large … Continue reading →

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Saturday Morning Family Hike

Posted on January 27, 2014 by

This weekend, when we did our family hike, we talked about you and your two cousins, among other matters. We recalled your years of growing up closely together, and where each of you are now. I like to view them … Continue reading →

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One Look Back, Then Onward

Posted on January 1, 2014 by

Yesterday afternoon, I carved out some time to take a long walk. It was sunny and clear after the morning fog burned off. I’m sure the tall Redwoods in our yard appreciated the mist in the morning.  I had read … Continue reading →

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A Picture of Joy

Posted on December 28, 2013 by

This post is in response to the Daily Post’s Weekly Photo Challenge: Joy!  Watching Beau running around so happy is just a pleasure! Related: Weekly Photo Challenge: Joy (forestwoodfolkart.wordpress.com) Weekly Photo Challenge: Joy (katjusablog.com) Weekly Photo Challenge: Joy of Dogs … Continue reading →

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