Dog friendly hikes and exploring, mostly around New England. Our Adventures includes: waterfalls, the beach, conservation land, lighthouses, state parks, the woods, the mountains, statues, and castles.
Happy New Years to all of our friends, family, and followers! Although we had planned some new adventures the last week was filled with the stomach bug/flu, rain, and a grossly flooded basement. I am blessed two have my two amazing best buds who kept me warm and smiling during these unexpected and unappreciated moments. Far from the refreshing vacation I dreamed of but we are now on to the New Year! Looking forward to seeing where our next adventures will take us! Happy New Years from Wilma, Gus, and I!
I wanted to write to wish all my friends, family, and followers a very Merry Christmas!! I hope everyone had a peaceful and joy filled day with family and friends. Today Wilma and I celebrated with my parents. Wilma and Gus got some amazing toys from my parents, and from me, a great variety, and lots of fun! They especially enjoyed their gnome and reindeer toys, endless entertainment. Wilma loved some snoozes in her favorite dog bed at Grandma and Grandpa’s and Gus appreciated his naps cuddled up with one of his favorite humans. It was a perfect day in every way! Below you will see a collage from today, some from my photo shoots for our holiday card, and some at my house with their new toys. Merry Christmas!!
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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 a continuation of my December holiday photos for my Weekly Video/Photo section. This portrait is one of Shadow and Buster in their reindeer ears amidst the Florida greenery. These two started off the now annual Christmas card, and fun photos to celebrate the season. Special memories of these two boys who will be forever missed! Here is just one of the many portraits to remember them in the holiday spirit. Here they are:
Today Gus and I Adventured to Ponyhenge in Lincoln, Massachusetts. Ponyhenge is a small area on a wide-open pasture filled with hobby horses. These horses reportedly began appearing in 2010 with one lone horse and continues to grow. They are periodically re-arranged, and have become a mysterious local attraction.
We had a unique Adventure to Ponyhenge. I have gotten into a pattern every three or four weeks of taking Gus on a local walk on his own, as he really relies on big sister Wilma. I only do this on a day I do not have to work, and although I always feel guilty, Wilma seems to enjoy a restful nap, and does not seem phased. So today, after our local walk Gus and I headed to Ponyhenge. Upon arrival we found these pony toys to be decorated for the holidays. Although Gus did well on our walk, he definitely did not seem to appreciate being in a new location without the comfort of big sister Wilma. However, he quickly posed for a snapshot, and we made it a quick stop. It was fun to view this unique area (this blog will not be rated).
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 of the Queen of the top-hat Wilma Mae! As you may know I am using this month’s Weekly Video/Photo section to highlight some of my favorite Christmas photographs of the pups. This was one of the photographs I took in working on our holiday card for this year. Wilma is a great poser and looked so festive in this snapshot. Hope this brings a smile to your face! Here she is:
Today Wilma, Gus, and I Adventured to the Assabet River Trail in Maynard, Massachusetts. The Assabet River Rail Trail is approximately thirteen miles (upon completion) and runs from Acton to Marlborough.
We had a refreshing Adventure to the Assabet River Rail Trail. I was planning on heading out on a daytrip but due to some family matters decided to make it a local day. We parked in a formal parking lot for the trail, I believe on Main Street, as it was not too far from downtown Hudson. I was quite pleased as the sun was out, something not predicted by the weather report. The trail was very quiet with limited visitors, and I do not believe we saw a bike, which was quite nice. The trail was parallel to the road, but enough space that it was comfortable. We found little things along the route, including an old train, wooden carvings, a large mural, and some unique colors in various artwork. Both Wilma and Gus were quite enthusiastic, although Wilma did lay down for a quick nap along the way, and of course enjoyed her traditional rolls. Gus noticed every smell and on occasion appreciating jumping on Wilma because it is always time to play. It was a simple trail, but just the right way to start the weekend. We even received a “your dogs are so well behaved” compliment which always makes my day. So glad we could adventure to Assabet River Rail Trail in Hudson today (this blog will not be rated).
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.
This month I decided to highlight some of my favorite holiday photos in my Weekly Video/Photo section, something I have done in the past. As you may know I create a holiday card each year of my pups in their holiday hats. It is very hard to decide which one to use for this section, however this one is definitely one of my favorites of my Shadow. He was a perfect poser and looks just right in his holiday top-hat. This photograph always makes me smile when I see it. Glad to have these photographs to remember this special boy. Here he is:
So today I decided to make some homemade pumpkin-peanut butter dog treats for Wilma and Gus. We had another weekend of local walks, between the rain, the Patriots game, and some holiday decorating we decided to keep it simple. So, although no new location to blog about we still got our exercise. After walking today, I mixed up the treats. The cookies were cut as a squirrel, dog, and bone, and although somewhat funny in shape Wilma and Gus had not one complaint devouring them in no time!! A fun little variety in our day!
PS – Gus gets freckles from the rain – so adorable!
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 a snapshot of Wilma back in 2017 at Bancroft Castle in Groton, Massachusetts. She was visiting this “castle” with me, and big brother Shadow. It’s a lovely, yet simple “castle” with lovely country views, especially in the Fall. She was posing just perfectly! A must-see for all of my local followers! Here she is:
Today, Wilma, Gus, and I Adventured to the Jason Russell House in Arlington, Massachusetts. The Jason Russell house is the location of the bloodiest battle of the American Revolution that occurred on April 19, 1775. Jason Russell built this house in the 1740s, while some cosmetic changes were added in the 19th century. Tours of the home are available seasonally.
We had a simple Adventure to the Jason Russell House after a weekend of local walks. I guess I cheated a little on this blog, as dogs of course are only allowed on the grounds, but I still enjoy visiting historic homes in the area. The home was located on a busy corner of Arlington, but we were able to find parking next door after circling around the neighborhood once. We hopped out and wandered around the grounds, although really not much to see form the outdoors. It is sad to see the colors fading more and more as we head into the winter season. However, glad we could find a new historic home to visit and photograph (this blog will not be rated).
The Adventures of Shadow and Wilma 