I have decided to return to posting new “Throwback Adventures” after taking time to re-post some of my favorites with Shadow.  This has been a therapeutic process for me to share.  We are devastated that both Shadow and Buster have both passed, but find peace knowing we can continue to remember them through our “Throwback Adventures”.  They were amazing boys and are forever in our hearts.

I have decided to make some changes to my Throwback section. This is partly because I have had the blog for about two and a half year 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.

So today I am sharing a new Throwback Adventure, Buster’s Adventure with aquatic therapy. Buster had knee surgery back in 2013, and from there went through physical therapy, including time on the water treadmill. Although some may not understand a procedure of this nature, he had a complete tear of his cruciate ligament and needed to have this surgery to return to a qualify of life. Although a very stressful time for me, really a “normal” surgery in the dog world. After surgery we did some physical therapy to ensure a successful recovery. We did everything the physical therapist told us to do at home, in the community, and in the sessions. This Throwback blog is specifically of his water treadmill therapy. Buster was such a good patient, and rehabbed well and quickly, soon returning to our Adventures. So glad he had such a supportive big brother in Shadow to encourage him in the process…

If you follow my blog regularly please skip down to the last paragraph…

I have decided to return to the “normal” Weekly Video/Photo section of my blog.  As you likely know we lost Shadow about two months ago and I have been focusing this section on Shadow.  However, I have peace knowing I will continue to highlight favorite photographs including Shadow and Buster.  The plan will still be to still display a video or photo, usually highlighting 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 will 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 later we welcomed little Wilma into our world.  We were recently devastated to loose Shadow on April 3, 2020.  It is so painful to know Shadow and Buster are both gone, but they will be in our hearts forever!

Today’s photograph is one of Wilma from this past Saturday at Gloucester’s Fisherman’s Memorial. We have been there numerous times before so it is not a location I blogged about this weekend, however one of our many Adventures of the day. It’s a beautiful statue remembering those fisherman lost at sea. A beautiful stop along our HarborWalk. Here she is:

I have decided to return to posting new “Throwback Adventures” after taking time to re-post some of my favorites with Shadow.  This has been a therapeutic process for me to share.  We are devastated that both Shadow and Buster have both passed, but find peace knowing we can continue to remember them through our “Throwback Adventures”.  They were amazing boys and are forever in our hearts.

I have decided to make some changes to my Throwback section. This is partly because I have had the blog for about two and a half year 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.

So today I am sharing my blog from Ashland State Park back in 2018 with Shadow and Wilma. I remember absolutely loving this Park. My favorite parts were the off-leash environment, endless swims for Shadow, a waterfall-like area and a turtle for Wilma. This was actually the only time we have visited Ashland State Park. So glad we have great memories of yet another Massachusetts State Park. Please enjoy this previous blog on Ashland State Park:

May 26, 2018 – Massachusetts – Ashland State Park

A quick snapshot of our Adventure to Ashland State Park…see our blog for more photos!

If you follow my blog regularly please skip down to the last paragraph…

I have decided to return to the “normal” Weekly Video/Photo section of my blog.  As you likely know we lost Shadow about two months ago and I have been focusing this section on Shadow.  However, I have peace knowing I will continue to highlight favorite photographs including Shadow and Buster.  The plan will still be to still display a video or photo, usually highlighting 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 will 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 later we welcomed little Wilma into our world.  We were recently devastated to loose Shadow on April 3, 2020.  It is so painful to know Shadow and Buster are both gone, but they will be in our hearts forever!

Today’s video is of puppy Wilma and Shadow playing back in August 2017. It is just the cutest thing EVER! We had adopted Wilma about one month before and she was around four months, and Shadow age nine. Shadow was so gentle and sweet with her and this video totally melts my heart! I always thought it was ridiculous when people would say one dog keeps another young but over time I really wondered if there could be some truth to it as Wilma’s constant energy made Shadow wag. So glad I have moments like this to cherish forever!

PS – So glad Wilma outgrew her indoor training area quickly!

I have decided to return to posting new “Throwback Adventures” after taking time to re-post some of my favorites with Shadow.  This has been a therapeutic process for me to share.  We are devastated that both Shadow and Buster have both passed, but find peace knowing we can continue to remember them through our “Throwback Adventures”.  They were amazing boys and are forever in our hearts.

I have decided to make some changes to my Throwback section. This is partly because I have had the blog for about two and a half year 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.

So today I am sharing my blog from Beede Falls and West Rattlesnake Mountain with Shadow and Wilma back in May 2018. Beede Falls is a unique waterfall in the woods with trails surrounding. West Rattlesnake Mountain is a short hike with amazing views of the Squam Lakes. One of those few times I can say I climbed a “mountain” which really was just a big hill (haha).

If you would like to read our blog on these Adventures please click below. I also will share a photo from each of these locations to give you a quick snapshot. Lastly, I will return to my recent “Throwback Adventures” of which I shared former Adventures and add a video or a favorite photo or two from those locations.

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

If you follow my blog regularly please skip down to the last paragraph…

I have decided to return to the “normal” Weekly Video/Photo section of my blog.  As you likely know we lost Shadow about two months ago and I have been focusing this section on Shadow.  However, I have peace knowing I will continue to highlight favorite photographs including Shadow and Buster.  The plan will still be to still display a video or photo, usually highlighting 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 will 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 later we welcomed little Wilma into our world.  We were recently devastated to loose Shadow on April 3, 2020.  It is so painful to know Shadow and Buster are both gone, but they will be in our hearts forever!

Today’s video is a video from Beaver Brook Reservation in Hollis, Massachusetts with Shadow and Buster. This has been one of my favorite parks over the year, although we have not been there in some time. It is a gorgeous reservation filled with ponds, bridges, boardwalks, and beautiful trails. In this video we are walking on a boardwalk trail, running through scenic wetlands . So nice to find a video of Shadow and Buster together on a wonderful Adventure. I just added it to my original post, which you can see at:

March 9, 2019 – Beaver Brook Association – New Hampshire

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I have decided to return to posting new “Throwback Adventures” after taking time to re-post some of my favorites with Shadow.  This has been a therapeutic process for me to share.  We are devastated that both Shadow and Buster have both passed, but find peace knowing we can continue to remember them through our “Throwback Adventures”.  They were amazing boys and are forever in our hearts.

In August 2016 Shadow, Buster, My Aunt, My Uncle and I Adventured to the Two Bridges and Chapel Falls Trail in Ashfield, Massachusetts. This Trail is a four mile out and back trail that includes several bridges and a waterfall. Chapel Falls is a series of three cascades totaling approximately 45 feet. The hike to Chapel Falls is less the one mile round trip (part of the Two Bridge and Fall Trail). Chapel Falls is sourced from the Chapel Brook which winds throughout various parts of the trail.

We had a family-filled Adventure to the Two Bridges and Chapel Falls Trail. I do not remember if we walked the entire trail as we did have several Adventure on this day. However I remember loving the unique triangle shaped bridge, Chapel Falls, and of course the boys enjoying some Shadow dips in the Brook. Chapel Falls has been a place I have been interested in returning for some time. It was fun to find these photographs and see such wonderful memories. A fun Adventure in the woods with my favorite boys and some very special company (This blog will not be rated).

If you follow my blog regularly please skip down to the last paragraph…

I have decided to return to the “normal” Weekly Video/Photo section of my blog.  As you likely know we lost Shadow about two months ago and I have been focusing this section on Shadow.  However, I have peace knowing I will continue to highlight favorite photographs including Shadow and Buster.  The plan will still be to still display a video or photo, usually highlighting 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 will 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 later we welcomed little Wilma into our world.  We were recently devastated to loose Shadow on April 3, 2020.  It is so painful to know Shadow and Buster are both gone, but they will be in our hearts forever!

Today’s video is a video from Crescent Beach in Cape Elizabeth, Maine back on February 18, 2019. This is one of the many videos I am so thankful to have of my sweet Shadow. This was a vacation that Shadow, Wilma, and my Mom took, and the only time I remember being on the beach in the snow. It was a spectacular Adventure! I am so grateful that Shadow had a very long, and happy life. In this video he is eleven, but you really would never know. It also reminds me of how Wilma was always hoping to play with her big brother, waiting eagerly from afar. This video made me smile and I hope it will you too.

Today Wilma and I Adventured to the Charlestown Navy Yard in Charlestown, Massachusetts. The Charlestown Navy Yard is part of the Boston National Historical Park. The Charlestown Navy yard was established in 1800 and includes the USS Constitution and the USS Cassin Young.

We had a gusty Adventure to the Charlestown Navy Yard. My original plans for today’s Adventure changed unexpectedly, so we ended up finding ourselves at the Charlestown Navy Yard before walking around Boston for about two hours. Unfortunately my camera charged malfunctioned however I did my best to capture our visit on my cell phone.

We were excited to explore the Charlestown Navy Yard. I decided to park at a nearby garage which appeared to be the best option for parking in the area. My crazy dog mama-self was quite happy for Wilma’s first experience in a parking garage, and as expected she was quite thrilled at this new escapade! We were greeted at the entrance of the Park with a large sign, no doubt we were in the correct location. We first headed into the park straight to the USS Constitution. It was hard to find a good angle for a photograph as the nearby dock was blocked off closely but I did my best. The skyline of Boston framed the USS Constitution, creating quite the scene. We walked around the Navy Yard also locating the USS Cassin Young, a spectacular, strong framed vessel. We peered out into the harbor and found lots of sailboats floating, surprising to see this time of year. We explored all parts of the Yard, locating the Museum, and various anchors, sea monuments, and memorials throughout. This area was quiet, although there were others wandering and exploring. The Charlestown Navy Yard was very small, but still nice to Adventure to the Yard today (This blog will not be rated).

I have decided to return to posting new “Throwback Adventures” after taking time to re-post some of my favorites with Shadow.  This has been a therapeutic process for me to share.  We are devastated that both Shadow and Buster have both passed, but find peace knowing we can continue to remember them through our “Throwback Adventures”.  They were amazing boys and are forever in our hearts.

I have decided to make some changes to my Throwback section. This is partly because I have had the blog for about two and a half year 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.

So today I am sharing my blog from Popham Beach State Park in Phippsburg, Maine. Shadow, Wilma and I enjoyed our Adventure to Popham Beach State Park on a gorgeous sunny, and gusty winter day. Popham Beach is one of my favorite beaches in New England. It is unique with rocks to climb, and lovely views. The day we went was especially spectacular as the wind created distinctive patterns on the sand. The beach was very large which helped to spread out the guests at this beautiful beach. So glad we have Popham Beach State Park on our resume of Adventure. Please enjoy this previous blog on Popham Beach: March 16, 2019 – Popham Beach State Park – Maine

A quick snapshot of our Adventure to Fort Foster Park…see our blog for more!

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