It's a dogs life at the beach

It's been a while since I've had the time to post but that doesn't mean I've stopped taking pictures! Summer has been a busy one in our house though I can't honestly say it's the summer I'd hoped for. Between my husbands extra long work days lately, the girls crazy schedules, and a 3 room makeover, I seem to keep busy but not often doing the things I want to do. However, I've made time for the evening walks along the beach. An absolute must for my sanity.

On this particular night I decided to photograph dogs for a change. The sun was getting low in the sky, the water was smooth, and the air was warm.

Seriously, every dog should come to the beach and be this happy!




An Arctic Tern perhaps?







I know, it's a sad, old, worn out dog but I had to post the photos.

You cannot imagine how much love and attention the owner was bestowing upon his companion. He took her down to the water and held her in the waves, letting the water wash over her body, lifting and lowering her as the waves came in and then subsided. He carefully guided her out onto shore, carrying her when necessary. At one time this was probably the place she loved being more than anything.




The owner then brought his dog up onto a blanket and gently laid her down, placing a pillow under her head. He stroked and kissed her, never leaving her side, all the while his wife played with their child in the sand and water. Although I cannot say for certain I had the feeling this was a last act of love.

As I walked away tears rolled down my cheeks. This man was probably about to lose one of the first loves of his life and you could tell he was cherishing every possible moment before letting go. It was a very touching scene.









This photo reminds me of my Lily at the beach ... running full speed, hair blowing in the wind, filled with a love of the moment. One thing that struck me was how many kids and dogs were playing together!

Next time I'll bring you with me Lily. I promise!

*Wow! Such a great response to the garden photos in my previous post! I only wish my garden looked as nice as the photos portray. In my own eyes there is still much work to be done and a lot more money to be spent. It's a lifetime project that never ends. About the time it looks pretty good, it's time for a change.

Thank you for always being so generous with your comments.

A Day at the Beach!

Look at what we saw perched on the lines over the water right after we arrived at the beach ... a handsome Belted Kingfisher! If you've never seen one be sure to check it out HERE to view close up photo's of both the Male and Female. They are really a unique bird species.

And now, it's onto a day at the beach, as told by Lily!

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WOOHOO!!! Mom didn't tell me we were going to the beach! My favorite place in the world!

Except for the water ... whoa ...

But if it's the only way to get there, then so be it. After all, there's dogs, and seaweed, and shells, and birds ... and ... and ... lots of other great smelling stuff!

First Mom and I have to model for a bit. I'm quite the beach babe, wouldn't you say? No bikini or waxing necessary! The boys like me hairy.



More modeling, only I'm not in this picture (who knows why because I should be). Isn't she pretty? Elise and I had fun running together. She even drew my name in the sand!



Mom and I always like to come to the beach during low tide, that way there's plenty of room to roam. Of course she doesn't always plan very well, but today she did okay.



Ahhh, 60 degrees and perfect!

Oh gosh, what's that! Is there something in there? Is something moving? Is it going to attack me???

Seriously, what IS it! I don't like new things at all. They make me sooo nervous!


Mom says it's okay so I guess I'll have to trust her for now. Man I sure think those barnicles look scary though.



There's Elise again! She and I were so happy to have mom all to ourselves for a little while. That doesn't happen too often!





FRIENDS! I found FRIENDS!!

WOOHOO!!!! Look at us girls go! Today Rocks, it really Rocks!

We really weren't even to sure we liked each other at first, and I never caught her name, but us ladies know how to sniff things out.






This little Puli's name is Adesh. She was pretty chilled and seemed to like everyone and everything. She even came with two girls around Elise's age! They kept calling, "Adesh! Adesh!" which they said means sweety, or something like that.




I'm going to sleep good tonight! This has been the best day I've had in a long time!


And what you don't see is that after we went home, Elise made a big leaf pile for Winston and I to play in! Mom said it might help get some of the sand off my feet.


If only everyday could be this good : )

~Lily

An Evening at the Beach

Since it was such a gorgeous night last Tuesday, Brent and I packed up the dogs, treats, poop bags, and water to drink, and headed to the beach. While Lily remained good as gold, belted in the backseat, Winston (our Pug) sat on Brent's lap whining and crying the whole way there, and part of the way home. At times almost to the point of a scream! All this because he wanted to be on my lap as I drove, which we refuse to allow since it's so dangerous.

Once we were at the beach (about a 20 minute drive) things calmed down and we had a wonderful walk! Low tide is the best time to go!

As you can see, I'm sticking with an orange Halloween theme. I loved this shirt in the store but now it sits in my drawer being bypassed for the most part. I look like a canine Life Guard!

Winston and Brent doing a little exploring

I had hoped to go back to the beach this week, just the two of us, but due to the almost constant rain, we've been hibernating in the house! Summer's not over yet though!

Believe it or not neither dog even likes the water! We walk just far enough away so they can enjoy it from a distance.