Throwback Adventure

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I have decided to make some changes to my Throwback section. This is partly because I have had the blog for about three years and each week I have posted an Adventure from before I started the blog. This has become more challenging between finding old photographs, and identifying the location. Although I will still be adding some here and and there I thought I would also use the Throwback Adventure to share past Adventures I have posted. I have new followers, and of course not every follower has been able to view all blogs. This Throwback blog will also allow me an opportunity to share special memories of my boys, Shadow and Buster who have passed. They began my life of wonderful adventures with my rescues, and will be furever in our hearts!!

Today’s Throwback Adventure is from the Erving State Forest in Erving, Massachusetts. I Adventured to Erving State Forest with Shadow, Wilma, and my Uncle back in October 2018. We had a lovely Fall walk and enjoyed wonderful company. We walked along the trail and also spent some time on the beach, the dogs enjoying some time playing and digging. Great memories from yet another special Adventure. Please see below for the link and two photo highlights.

October 13, 2018 -Erving State Forest – Massachusetts

Weekly Video/Photo

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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 loose Shadow on April 3, 2020. These two precious boys 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 Weekly Video is one I just adore of Wilma and Gus playing ball. Once Wilma let Gus steal her ball and they began playing keep away I knew it was true love. Now they love playing keep away with the ball. It is just a small clip of what has become just about a daily activity. I really cannot get enough of this sweet pair. Here’s to some ball:

October 23, 2021 – Look Park- Massachusetts

Yesterday Wilma, Gus, My Uncle and I Adventured to Look Park in Florence, Massachusetts. Look Park is a private, non-profit park that requires an entrance admission. It is open year around and celebrate a variety of holidays with events and holidays. Look Park is popular for: sports events, picnicking, weddings and ceremonies, and walkers. In addition they have a water spray park, pedal boats, and Steamer Train all which are seasonal.

We had a refreshing Adventure to Look Park on a beautiful Autumn Day. I actually have been to Look Park numerous time as it is located near the homes of my Aunt and Uncle, and cousins. As a young child I visited to see my cousins’ dance shows, one of my cousins got married there, I have been their for sports events, and even walked through to enjoy the holiday lights. I have been meaning to write a throwback blog on this location but have never managed to gather all of the past photographs so decided to add it as a “normal” blog today.

On our adventure today we enjoyed a long walk at Look Park, catching up, and searching for the bright colors of Fall. We spent about two hours exploring, and walking, often taking on a casual approach. I especially loved the bridges of all shapes and variety, and the sculptures scattered throughout. The best part of the Adventure is I got to spend time with my amazing family, walking with my Uncle, and afteward heading to my Aunt and Uncle’s house for lunch and a visit. They are two very special people in my world! So glad I finally could Adventure to Look Park today (Rating: 4).

Throwback Adventure

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Today’s Throwback Adventure is from Beede Falls and Rattlesnake Mountain, an Adventure I took back in May 2018 with Shadow and Wilma. These locations were near one another and just beautiful! A mountain view and a flowing waterfall made for one spectacular day. You can see two photo highlights before, but also click on the link below to see my original post.

May 5, 2018 – New Hampshire – Beede Falls and West Rattlesnake Mountain

Weekly Video/Photo

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Today’s photograph is one of Shadow and Wilma back in October 2017 in the White Mountains. Wilma was about the same age as Gus is now, just a puppy. I love this photograph of them, posing perfectly in a scenic location. Here they are:

October 15-17, 2021 – Gus’ First Vacation – Woodstock, Vermont

This weekend Wilma, Gus, and I Adventured to Woodstock, Vermont for Gus’ first weekend away. Woodstock, Vermont is a charming and picturesque town popular with tourists all year around. It is known for the restaurants, and endless shops. Some of the frequented attractions include: the three covered bridges, various farms, and Marsh-Billings Rockefeller National Historic Park.

We had a fun Adventure to Woodstock, Vermont. As you may guess I was very excited for Gus’ first weekend away, and of course a Fall getaway far from reality! Another special part of the weekend was that my parents were able to join us at some of the main destinations in Woodstock. I have been to Woodstock before, and most of the locations we visited so decided to do one blog with a collage of photographs. Woodstock is a charming, and lovely town with the Ottauquechee River running throughout. I would describe as a “walking town” one of which you can walk to stores, restaurants, one of the covered bridges, and even the National Park. It really is just a beautiful location all of the homes and stores perfectly decorated and landscaped for the season.

On our weekend in Woodstock our stops included: downtown Woodstock, each of the covered bridges (Lincoln, Taftsville, and the Middle Covered Bridge), Sugarbush Farms, and Marsh-Billings Rockefeller National Historic Park. Each morning we started off on a long walk throughout the town, walking to the Middle Covered Bridge, and even walking over to Marsh-Billings Rockefeller National Historic Park. We were lucky to join up with my parent at the Taftsville Bridge, Sugarbush Farms, and Marsh-Billings Rockefeller National Historic Park. We were very thrilled to see them! Although most of the weekend was dark and dreary it really was a wonderful weekend. Even though I was a bit disappointed of the lack of Fall foliage, we were surprised to see some late flower gardens, just lovely. Gus loved his first vacation, and Wilma loved hers as well. We look forward to returning to Woodstock in the future (Rating: This blog will not be rated).

October 15, 2021 – Calvin Coolidge State Historic Site – Vermont

Yesterday Wilma, Gus, My Parents and I Adventured to the Calvin Coolidge Historic Site in Plymouth Notch, Vermont. President Calvin Coolidge, our 30th President, was born in this small town. This Site preserves his birth home but also the family homestead, and the community. Besides these historic buildings the Site also includes two museums, and a store. There is an entry fee to explore the grounds, and as expected dogs are only allowed outdoors.

We had an enjoyable Adventure to the Calvin Coolidge Historic Site. I was excited that my parents could join us to visit this unique historic site. Upon entry we drove up a small hill to park, finding gorgeous views of the mountains. This was one of my favorite parts of our visit, the Fall beauty upon us. Unfortunately it was a dark day but we did our best to capture this lovely location. From there we obtained our passes and began wandering the property. We checked out the various buildings, my Dad being our tour guide and historian – Thanks Dad! We found some rocking chairs to sit and of course I located endless locations for Wilma and Gus to pose. Our last stop on the Site was the graveyard, which included many stones from the Coolidge family. The cemetery was lovely on a hill with the mountain colors in the background. So glad we could visit the Calving Coolidge State Historic Site, with perfect company (Rating: This blog will not be rated).

October 15, 2021 – Chester, Vermont

Yesterday Wilma, Gus, and I Adventured to Chester, Vermont. Chester is a small town popular for the shops, Inns, and restaurants. It is centrally located to some of the more popular skiing locations in Vermont.

We had a simple Adventure to the town of Chester Vermont. We found parking easily, directly next to an information booth so I wandered in to get some information before we started exploring. We then walked around locating the cemetery, churches, shops, and lots of Fall decorations. It was a dark and cloudy day so I definitely appreciated these bright colors of Fall. There was not too much to do or see but yet I still enjoy every Adventure, no matter how simple they may be. So glad we could check out the town of Chester, Vermont (This blog will not be rated).

October 15, 2021 – Bartonsville Covered Bridge – Vermont

Today Wilma, Gus, and I Adventured to the Bartonsville Covered Bridge in Rockingham, Vermont. The Bartonsville Covered Bridge was originally built in 1870 but replaced in 2012 after being swept away by Tropical Storm Irene. It traverses the Williams River.

We had a nice visit to the Bartonsville Covered Bridge. Of course being in Vermont I had to locate a covered bridge and the Bartonsville Covered Bridge was it! We arrived in a quiet location, finding railroad tracks crossing along the river and in front of the bridge. I spent some time taking photographs on each side before getting the pups out for a pose. Although the road was quiet, there was just barely a safe spot to walk so we did not trot through together. The bridge was simple, and the location peaceful. So glad we could visit the Bartonsville Covered Bridge today (Rating: 3).

October 15, 2021 – Downtown Bellows Falls – Vermont

Today Wilma, Gus, and I Adventured to Bellows Falls, Vermont. Bellows Falls is a village which is part of Rockingham, Vermont. Bellows Falls in the location of the Green Mountain Railroad, and also has numerous restaurants and shops.

We had a simple Adventure to Bellows Falls. I located Bellows Falls as a stop to stretch our legs on the way to our final destination. I was not sure what to expect, but figured we would at least get a walk in if not enjoy a new location. We arrived to find parking easily, and off we went. Throughout our walk we found shops and restaurants, views of the canal, a beautiful iron bridge, a water bowl to for the pups to sip, and many colorful mums. I was a bit unimpressed with Bellows Falls but yet tried to enjoy all the the little details, including the signs of Fall. Still glad we could visit Bellows Falls today (Rating: This blog will not be rated).