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I am excited to inform my friends, and followers that I will be adding a kayaking section to my blog! As many of you know Gus often joins me on my kayaking trips. We have not yet been out this year but hope to change that soon. He sometimes will nap, while other will sit or stand and enjoys the view. The kayak has not yet tipped, although one occasion he somehow ended up out of the boat, but the handle on the lifebelt let me lift him right back in. Gus seems to enjoy this past time and I love his company! I have thought of bringing Wilma but she is about twenty pounds heavier, and does not like tipping movements, like that of a dock… so I feel she would not enjoy this experience. The lucky lady, however, often hangs out with Grandma and Grandpa on these adventures which is a perfect day as well! I will mostly just post new places we have been to but on occasion may re-post on a different days’ adventure. As you may expect I will only blog those times Gus is with me on these paddles. I have attached the link below for past kayaking adventures and look forward to adding more soon.

https://adventuresofshadowandwilma.com/category/kayaking-in-new-england/

Weekly Video/Photo

If you follow my blog regularly please skip down to paragraph three….

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 yet another one of Wilma and Gus at the Arnold Arboretum, taken this past weekend. It is definitely our happy place, and I love finding new blooms every time we visit this gorgeous and peaceful location. Here they are, yet again:

Weekly Video/Photo

If you follow my blog regularly please skip down to paragraph three….

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. If you follow my blog you likely know this is one location I really do love visiting, so many scenic spots. Here they are my posing pair:

Weekly Video/Photo

If you follow my blog regularly please skip down to paragraph three….

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 from Halibut Point State Park in Rockport, Massachusetts. I do not believe I have posted it in my Weekly Video/Photo section, but you may have seen it in my blog about the Park. It absolutely cracks me up so I had to share it as a Video highlight. Wilma is far from a water girl but it was a hot day inspiring her to play in the seaweed and tidepools…it was just hysterical. I hope it brings a smile to your face, as it did to mine.

April 29, 2023 – Bedford Farms Ice Cream – Massachusetts

Today, Wilma, Gus, and I Adventured to Bedford Farms Ice Cream in Bedford, Massachusetts. Bedford Farms Ice Cream was founded in the 1880s. The current owners bought the business in 1884 and opened a second location in Concord in 2001. Bedford Farms Ice Cream is known for their homemade ice cream, custom ice cream pies, and custom ice cream cakes.

We had a delicious Adventure to Bedford Farms Ice Cream. Due to the rain storm heading our way we decided to embark on a local walk of almost three hours before celebrating the weekend with some ice cream. We arrived at Bedford Farms Ice Cream to find only one other visitor in line. I ordered the pups an ice cream, the soft serve special, and ordered myself a root beer float. The property was small so there were few seats or landscaping, however Wilma and Gus were far from picky and devoured their ice cream treats in a hurry! I decided to take my float in the car and continue to enjoy it at home. There was not too much ice cream in the float but who can complain about a creamy ice cream float – so tasty. We talked around and took several photos before heading home. So glad to enjoy a new ice cream location on this dreary New England day (Rating: 3).

April 18, 2023 – A Day in Rhode Island

Yesterday, Wilma, Gus, and I Adventured to four parks in Rhode Island. Rhode Island is one of the states in New England and is the smallest state in the country. Rhode Island is known for various things including the beaches and seafood. Rhode Island has twenty-two parks in the formal Rhode Island Park system.

We had a coastal filled Adventure to Rhode Island. Our day included visits to: Beavertail State Park, Fort Adams State Park, Brenton Point State Park, and Colt State Park. We also traversed the Fort Adams Bay Walk, a pathway around Fort Adams and the grounds, and found several roadside stops, mostly floral related. Throughout our day we spent approximately five hours walking. Gus especially enjoyed all the new smells determined to get to each (haha), while Wilma took part in endless rolls. My favorite parts included: a lovely spring day, starting to spot the colors of the new season, the beautiful blue sky (at times), windy adorable puppy ears, and a great amount of exercise for all. Wilma and Gus were perfect posers which helped to summarize the day in lovely scenes. So glad we finally got out on a long overdue daytrip (This blog will not be rated).

Weekly Video/Photo

If you follow my blog regularly please skip down to paragraph three….

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 photograph is a recent photo of Gus when he was napping. This boy sure enjoys life, and on occasion he does sleep (haha). Actually he follows my routine well and rests when I do…! Although he has nervous moments out and about, he is always relaxed and at peace at home. Look how sweet his sleeping face is…my boy!

April 16, 2023 – Bruce Freeman Trail (Concord) – Massachusetts

Yesterday, Wilma, Gus and I Adventured to the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail in Concord, Massachusetts.  The Bruce Freeman Rail Trail is a twenty-five-mile Trail that includes the towns of Lowell, Chelmsford, Westford, Carlisle, Acton, Concord, Framingham, and Sudbury.  The Trail is 10 feet in width and is popular for:  biking, skiing, walking, jogging, and rollerblading.

We had a refreshing Adventure to the Bruce Freeman Trail. I was eager to explore this section of the Bruce Freeman Trail, just recently open. We parked right off the well-known Concord rotary and off we went. It was a beautiful day, although the sun and blue sky did not arrive until the very end of our walk. We explored trail in both directions, including several gravel trails off the main paved trail. The scenery was simple, but there were some water views, benches, a bridge, field views, and some flowers along the route. The pups loved walking and exploring. We mostly saw walkers, runners, and bikers, but did see a couple furry friends, one of which was off leash and far from the owner. We enjoyed this Trail for about two hours. So glad we could visit yet another portion of the Bruce Freeman Trail (This blog will not be rated).

Happy Easter!

Happy Easter from Wilma, Gus, and I!! Although we were planning on heading to my parents I have not been feeling well all week, so we decided to post-pone. However today I was feeling better so we enjoyed a nice walk, and enjoying a beautiful spring day in the backyard, as I worked in the yard. Wilma absolutely loves the sun and playing ball, while Gus is the cutest ball thief I ever did meet! They are so fun to watch.

Happy Easter to all of my friends, family and followers!

Wilma turns 6!!

Today is Wilma’s Birthday she is now 6! I cannot believe how fast these years have flown by! We celebrated with a homemade cake, ice cream and whip cream, and new toys! Wilma and Gus were thrilled to have Grandma and Grandpa join us for the festivities and spoil them with lots of love and new toys! They enjoyed playing, chewing, and eating (haha!) I absolutely love these days it just is so fun to celebrate my pups who have brought so much love and joy to my life and made my world a happier place. I of course took endless photos and a couple videos of which you can see below. Happy Birthday sweet Girl!