May 10, 2024 – Tip Top Tulips – Massachusetts

Tonight, Wilma, Gus, and I Adventured to Tip Top Tulips. Tip Top Tulips is a seasonal event on Felix’s Family Farm in Ipswitch, Massachusetts. Tickets are required for this Tulip event and can be purchased online for $12. Tulips can also be picked for an additional $1 each.

We had a refreshing Adventure to Tip Top Tulips. Wilma and Gus arrived with a loud greeting in the car, partially due to the check-in being next to endless farm animals. However, I appreciated that the Farm was not phased and after that moment we had a peaceful evening, staying far from the animals. The Tulip Garden was absolutely gorgeous with endless colors, and scenic photo ops. It was overall quiet, and we only saw one other dog in the garden. We spent about an hour and a half walking around. The pups posed and enjoyed endless bites of grass (haha!). We arrive at about 6:30 and left when the sun went down. It just lovely, and although the weather was cool it was just perfect for an evening walk. I did not want to leave as it was just right! So glad we could visit Tip Top Tulips at Felix Farm, and grateful they allowed dogs (Rating: 5).

Weekly Video/Photo

The weekly Video/Photo section highlights an Adventure, while I might also sneak in some that are humorous, adorable, or just other fun dog moments. If you have followed my blog from the beginning you know that I adopted Shadow as a puppy, and about a year later adopted Buster as a puppy.  We had many wonderful years together before experiencing the devastating loss of Buster at just seven.  It took a long time for our hearts to heal, but almost a year after his passing we welcomed little Wilma into our world.  We were devastated to lose Shadow on April 3, 2020.These two precious boys will be furever in our hearts! We were recently thrilled to add another amazing rescue, Gus, to our home on June 28, 2021! This Weekly Video/Photo section will allow me to share photos from all four of my rescues, whether it be a precious memory, or a current moment.

Today’s video is one of Gus enjoying life! He loves his rolls in one of the backyard dog beds, one of regular rituals. It makes me smile every time just seeing him so happy. He definitely has been the most nervous pup I have had, but he could not be more joyful while in our home sweet home. Hope this brings a smile to your day:

May 4, 2024 – Lemon Fair Sculpture Park – Vermont

Today Wilma, Gus, and I Adventured to the Lemon Fair Sculpture Park in Shoreham, Vermont. The Lemon Fair Sculpture Park is a mile walk through country land, that displays over 50 sculptures. The sculptures feature various artists, and some are for sale. Frank and Elaine Ittleman run and organize the Park, and it is found on their property on Route 74. The Park is free but donations are appreciated.

We had a relaxing Adventure to the Lemon Fair Sculpture Park in Shoreham, Vermont. I emailed Ms. Ittleman before arriving at the Park to ensure the Park was open and dog friendly. We arrived to find ourselves being the only visitors. The Park began right on Route 74 and was in a very rural field. There appeared to be a path so we followed it along the mile route, including up a little hill. There were some sculptures near the family home but I did not go near that section to ensure their privacy.

Wilma and Gus seemed to enjoy sauntering along the trail, although Wilma did seem a bit warm. I took photos of many of the sculptures and appreciated the unique experience. The pups did a second glance at the horse statue but had no other moments of which they thought sculpture appeared live. My favorite sculpture was one by Martin McGowan appearing to be a metal sculpture of a face. I also appreciated those sculptures which framed the landscape. As you may expect I did not take photographs of all of the sculptures but many. So glad we could appreciate a new sculpture Park today (Rating 3.5).

May 4, 2024 – Hammond Covered Bridge – Vermont

Today, Wilma, Gus, and I adventured to the Hammond Covered Bridge in Pittsford, Vermont. The Hammond Covered Bridge was built in 1842 and traverses the Otter River. It is no longer utilized for vehicles.

We had a simple Adventure to the Hammond Covered Bridge. We spent today in Vermont so of course had to add a covered bridge to our itinerary! The Hammond bridge was visually not in great shape, however from down the river it still provided a lovely sight. You could walk through the bridge but there were cement blocks, construction markers, and graffiti which made the inside far from appealing. However, Wilma and Gus were quite happy, both eating grass like goats (haha) and Wilma enjoying rolling in the grass and down the hill. Neither were inspired for posing but I snapped a quick one before their antics continued (haha). Glad to cross yet another covered bridge off the list (Rating: 3.5)

Weekly Video/Photo

The weekly Video/Photo section highlights an Adventure, while I might also sneak in some that are humorous, adorable, or just other fun dog moments. If you have followed my blog from the beginning you know that I adopted Shadow as a puppy, and about a year later adopted Buster as a puppy.  We had many wonderful years together before experiencing the devastating loss of Buster at just seven.  It took a long time for our hearts to heal, but almost a year after his passing we welcomed little Wilma into our world.  We were devastated to lose Shadow on April 3, 2020.These two precious boys will be furever in our hearts! We were recently thrilled to add another amazing rescue, Gus, to our home on June 28, 2021! This Weekly Video/Photo section will allow me to share photos from all four of my rescues, whether it be a precious memory, or a current moment.

Today’s photo is one of Wilma and Gus at the Arnold Arboretum, one of my favorite places to walk. Surprisingly I have not been there in a long time, but I have just been thinking it is time to get back to the Arboretum, so the perfect time for this adorable snapshot. Wilma and Gus were posing on one of the bridges back in April of 2023. I am looking forward to more signs of spring, but I know there is hope of that when I look back at these old photographs. Here they are:

March 31, 2024 – Rebar Sculpture Exhibit – Massachusetts

Yesterday, Wilma, Gus, and I Adventured to the Rebar Sculpture Exhibit in Plymouth, Massachusetts. The Rebar Sculpture Exhibit promotes the work of French Artist Joel “Djo” Vallon, featuring three pieces: a whale, penguin, and a chimp. This artwork was initiated and made possible by businessman Pierre Coll, and can be found at 20 North Park Avenue in Plymouth, Massachusetts.

We had a unique Adventure to the Rebar Sculpture Exhibit. I found out about these sculptures when searching for the next artwork that would be replacing the ever-popular fiberglass seashells that previously covered Plymouth. Although not the replacement art, these sculptures looked lovely and just right for a stop on the way back from our local walk. I was planning on looking them up, however actually drove by them on the way to our walk, so had no issues locating them. I was immediately drawn to the chimp, so detailed, and really just adorable. We checked out each structure, and of course I could not resist taking photographs of the nearby daffodils, finally some hope and color of spring. The exhibit was just the three sculptures, but just what we needed for the day. Wilma and Gus posed, while Gus noted every person and noise in our vicinity. So glad we could check out Mr. Vallon’s Rebar sculptures (this blog will not be rated).

Happy Easter!!

Wilma and Gus wanted to wish all of our friends, family, and followers a Happy Easter! 🙂 We enjoyed a long walk in Plymouth, and spent the rest of the day outside, appreciating this unusual warm day. It was so nice seeing the sun! I am often missing Tampa and this weather helps, well just a bit. Wilma, Gus, and I did some bunny ear posing 🙂 and of course had to share our favorites here. I hope everyone had a Happy Easter!

And of course a blast from the past…. I am sad to say I could not find any bunny ear photos of Buster….not sure if I have any actually…. 😦

Weekly Photo/Video

The weekly Video/Photo section highlights an Adventure, while I might also sneak in some that are humorous, adorable, or just other fun dog moments. If you have followed my blog from the beginning you know that I adopted Shadow as a puppy, and about a year later adopted Buster as a puppy.  We had many wonderful years together before experiencing the devastating loss of Buster at just seven.  It took a long time for our hearts to heal, but almost a year after his passing we welcomed little Wilma into our world.  We were devastated to lose Shadow on April 3, 2020.These two precious boys will be furever in our hearts! We were recently thrilled to add another amazing rescue, Gus, to our home on June 28, 2021! This Weekly Video/Photo section will allow me to share photos from all four of my rescues, whether it be a precious memory, or a current moment.

Today I thought I would share a photo my friend Kathy took at Alderman’s Ford Park in Lithia, Florida. As some of you may know Wilma, Gus, and I took a road trip to the Tampa area back in February 2022. I lived in Tampa for eleven years and it was amazing bringing these two on this journey exploring some of my favorite parks, and even some new ones, like this one taken at Alderman’s Ford Park. Such a special memory I will always have of our adventure in Florida, and one of my favorite photos of the three of us ever! Hope to someday get the pups back there again. Here we are:

Wilma is 7 -Happy Birthday!!

Today I am thankful to wish my special girl Wilma Mae a Happy 7th Birthday!! She joined us as a puppy and was lucky to have years with Shadow and now almost three years with Gus! She is a super smart girl, loves belly rubs and sunbathing, playing with little brother Gus and is skilled and determined of convincing me of just about anything (haha). We have been partying the weekend away and today celebrated with cake and presents with my parents!! She enjoyed a lobster toy, and Gus an octopus toy, and two birthday themed toys. It took her a minute to decide to start her cake, but she soon devoured it and was quite happy. Gus got a cupcake of his own although I managed to sneak him a couple bites of cake (shhh). A fun celebration and a good excuse for some family time. Happy Birthday my sweet girl!