Author: adventuresofshadowandwilma

June 25, 2024 – Scoops On Main – New Hampshire

Yesterday, Wilma, Gus, and I Adventured to Scoops on Main in Lancaster, New Hampshire. Scoops On Main services ice cream, soft serve, and various other ice cream products. They are open seven days a week.

We had a delicious Adventure to Scoops on Main. It was a simple stop, but yet had a variety of creative and colorful decorations that caught my attention. I was thrilled to find they had dog “sundaes”, and I ordered a root beer float for myself. I guess I am not always too original with my selection of ice cream products, but I wanted to keep moving on our adventures (versus stopping to eat). The root beer float was very tasty and had a good quantity of ice cream, which I find is not always the case. The pups loved their “sundae”, and as usual I was entertained as they licked down their snack. So glad we could adventure to Scoops on Main today (Rating: 4).

June 25, 2024 – Bump Covered Bridge – New Hampshire

Yesterday Wilma, Gus, and I Adventured to the Bump Covered Bridge in Campton, New Hampshire. The Bump Bridge was originally built in 1877 and spans the Beebe River. It was restored in 1972 after it had deteriorated over the years.

We had a simple Adventure to the Bump Covered Bridge. I had not realized I had been there before until returning home, and checking the blog, but since that was five years ago, and it was Gus’ first visit I figured why not blog again! The Bridge was in a nice quiet area, no nearby homes. The foliage was very grown around this simple bridge, adding some nice color. I did not see any obvious way to make it to the water, so we just appreciated the bridge from atop. So glad to adventure to the Bump Bridge today (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 video is one from Wilma enjoying a pup cup yesterday – yum! I for some reason find these types of videos absolutely adorable – hope it brings a smile to your face today! Here she is devouring her fancy treat:

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 photograph is from Wilma at Bancroft Tower in Worcester, Massachusetts back in 2020. Bancroft Tower is more what I would call a castle but is listed as a “tower”. It’s a lovely, and regal structure. Such a perfect pose from this girl! If you have not yet been to Bancroft Tower, make sure you check it out! Here she is:

June 15, 2024 – A Day in Maine

Yesterday Wilma, Gus, and I spent a very full day of Adventures in Maine. We went to many new locations, and some of our favorites including Fort Williams Park. I was on the search for lupines, and was thrilled to find endless color. We enjoyed the State House and Capital Park (also blogged about this separately), views in the Rangeley Lakes, a covered bridge, and various stops along the way. So glad we could fit in a nice, long day trip before the heat wave arrives. Below you will see a collage from the lovely day in Maine.

June 15, 2024 – Maine State House and Capitol Park – Maine

Yesterday, Wilma, Gus, and I went to the Maine State House and Capitol Park in Augusta, Maine. The Capital was built in 1832 from Maine granite after Maine separated from Massachusetts. Across the street you can find Capital Park, a green space, trails, and a memorial(s) that was originally developed in 1827.

We had a green Adventure to the Maine State House and Capitol Park. I was surprised to arrive at the State House to an empty parking lot, but I guess it was the weekend, and a small city compared to that of Boston or other more metropolitan locations. We first walked around the State House, the grass perfectly mowed, and the State house just lovely. I was not sure if we could enter on the gross inside the fence, so walked just outside it on the sidewalk. We walked, posed, checked on some small gardens, and of course Wilma enjoyed some grassy naps in any attempt she had!

After checking out the State House we crossed the street to Capitol Park. I was surprised to find very few people. The grass and trees were bright green in color, several trails around and through the park. We walked and Wilma made sure more shady resting occurred. It was quiet and peaceful, although one main road nearby. So glad we could check out the State House and Capitol Park yesterday (Rating: 4).

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 Buster enjoying the smells out the window. I do not even remember this photograph, but I smiled when I found it today! He looks like quite the happy camper off to a new adventure. Wish I had started this blog before he passed, but quite thankful to have snapshots to remember many of our outings. He was one happy boy and sure is missed! Here he is:

June 9, 2024 – Erikson’s Ice Cream – Massachusetts

Today Wilma, Gus, and I adventured to Erikson’s Ice Cream in Maynard, Massachusetts. Erikson’s Ice Cream is a family run business founded in 1937. Erikson’s sells ice cream, vegan ice cream, and other ice cream related products.

We had a delicious adventure to Erikson’s Ice Cream. I have been craving ice cream this weekend and today was finally the day! We headed out in the middle of the rain as my plan was to avoid the crowds, and surprisingly we found not one other customer there. The grounds and landscaping of Erikson’s was very simple, but there was seating with umbrellas available. I actually arrived in the middle of a downpour so ran to the covered window as the pups waited eagerly in the car. I ordered a coffee ice cream with whip cream and two dog ice creams. The dog ice creams were very tiny but had a scrumptious treat in the middle and were free!! I was hoping to have the dogs come out of the car to eat but as it was pouring that plan did not occur. However, both Wilma and Gus devoured the delicious desert and had not one complaint (haha)! My coffee ice cream was delicious- yum! So glad we could have our first ice cream of the soon to be summer today at Erikson’s Ice Cream! (This blog will not be rated)

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’s photo is one of Shadow at Campbell Falls in Norwalk, Connecticut back in 2017. We actually climbed halfway up so this photograph is just part of the waterfall. It was a busy day of hiking and exploring and this was one of our adventures. Shadow was definitely the king of waterfalls. I sure do miss this hiking buddy…so glad we had many special hikes to remember! Here he is:

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 photograph is from this weekend. We had a wonderful weekend full of gardening, backyard time, kayaking, and family. It was a beautiful weekend, something that has not happened in Massachusetts for some time. Wilma and Gus enjoyed playing with one another, sunbathing, chasing squirrels, new bones, ice cream, naps and lots of love from Grandma and Grandpa. It was a wonderful weekend! This photo captures Gus in the middle of a nap on the dog couch, he was sound asleep. He is just adorable, don’t you agree?!