Luna

Now that's a dog!! My Luna girl. Lovely in RED!!

"It came to me that every time I lose a dog they take a piece of my heart with them. And every new dog who comes into my life gifts me with a piece of their heart. If I live long enough, all the components of my heart will be dog, and I will become as generous and loving as they are."

-Unknown

Capital Reef Sunrise

Wow. It's been years since I've been thru Zion, Bryce, and Capitol Reef National Parks. Still incredibly beautiful places. And I now have a new super duper camera.

Of course, that requires new software that I don't yet have to work with the images in a way that I want to. So for now, Picasa is still my best choice to get the photos to the blog. Here you go for now.

Luna and I


Sunrise at Capital Reef, Utah


Drove thru Zion, spent a day at Bryce and half a day at Capital Reef. All three were breathtaking. Just go.

"There are no words that can tell the hidden spirit of the wilderness, that can reveal its mystery, its melancholy, and its charm."

--Theodore Roosevelt

Luna at Knit Night

Luna in her pink Malibu collared sweater that she received from her Aunt Karen for Xmas. Luna's favorite night is Knit Night. Spoiled rotten with hugs and treats. Silly dog. Silly people. Lucky us.

The friend is the man who knows all about you, and still likes you.
~Elbert Hubbard, The Notebook, 1927

A Snohomish Christmas

Luna & Santa 2008

Luna told Santa she wants to be Lead Flying Dog on his sleigh this year. He responded that her flying skills in Colorado, demonstrated while playing with Travis, puts her in the first place position should Rudolph catch a cold and not be able to man the helm this season.

I'd really rather she remain at home and at my side, but you can tell from the look of determination on her face, she will fulfill her Lead Flying Dog duties when and if called upon.

Simply Recipes' "Mom's Turkey Soup"

It is Christmas in the heart that puts Christmas in the air.
~W.T. Ellis

The Sky Tram

Haven't you always wanted to fly among the tree tops? Kind of like Harry Potter? Well you can at the 'Trees of Mystery.' And you can take your dog!!!



The Brotherhood tree reminds us to keep our feet on the ground while letting the better parts of our soul fly.


Lewis is just not sure if he wants to fly.


Karen and Charlotte are happy riders....Lobo not so much.


Luna and I have done this before. It's always a favorite part of our trip.


Karen and Charlotte


Some of the view.


Coastal fog floats among the trees.


The Top.


Me and Luna


Mandy and Marianne


Mike and Lewis


Charlotte and Lobo


Pretty Eyes.


The ride down was not so traumatic for Lewis.


Away from the top of the mountain.


She already wants to go back.


Lewis is just happy for a grounded couch.


If you visit the Trees of Mystery, you can make that trail walk in a short time or take a few hours and do the trail and the Sky Ride. But don't just pass it up because Paul and the Ox are out in the parking lot talking and you think it's hokey. It's a great place. While there are Redwood trails everywhere in this area, many are not good for people that have issues walking. Additionally, NONE of the trails in the Redwood forest allow dogs on them. This is one of the few places that is easy, comfortable and dog friendly for everybody. Plus there is homemade ice cream and fudge in the gift shop when you're done. YUM!

On The Road Again

Are we there yet Mom?


We will lick you to death if you would just unhook us!!!


Ahhhhhh, the 'Trees of Mystery!' LOVE this place.

The Family Tree -- 12 trees in one.


And here is some of my family tree. Char and Marianne


Karen and Lobo


Mike & Karen with Luna, Lewis, Lobo and Mandy


Can't see the forest for the Uncia covered trees


Beautiful Trees


Big Trees


Fun People


Fast Walkers (Yea, right)


The Group On Tour


The Cathedral of Trees


Breathtaking


A Forest Temple





Luna and Me

What We Do

Every morning while we're in Gold Beach, OR, we get up and take the dogs to the beach. We'll spend hours there. Walking, drinking coffee, taking pictures and talking about the dogs.

Typical morning with Rogue Jetty in background


Luna Perfect Puppy Dog


Mom & Dot


Lobo the Magnificent


What a beautiful dog.


High tail.


Lewis, the 6 month old puppy, touches the ocean.


Mike and Lewis at beached Redwood stump.


The Beach. Empty. We love it.


Luna....running. Again.


Buddies since Luna's birth.


Driftwood pile with hand waves.


The model.


Sometimes we leave the beach. Really, we do. Shut up. One day, we stopped by the local Farmer's Market. Great fresh foods and fun artworks.

Luna and the Snapper.


Other days would include breakfasts at a GREAT place we found called "Grant's Pancake & Omelet House" right on the main drag of Highway 101 there in Gold Beach. The BEST crab Benedict and buck wheat waffles I've ever had!!!

Other days would find us just back at the cottages, doing much of nothing. Except when the bikes came out.

Mike starts a morning bike ride....to Brookings, Oregon. Silly man. He did it too.


We picked up Mike and his bike for our next destination...."The Trees of Mystery." Which, if you followed my posts last year, you know is one of and my and Charlotte's FAVORITE places in the world!!! So, more to come.......

Gold Beach Slideshow:


To sit in the shade on a fine day and look upon the verdant green hills is the most perfect refreshment.
--Jane Austin