Summer had a visit from her mobile groomer today. She exited the van super soft and sweet smelling. Nails trimmed with a smile on her face.
I kinda wanted to keep her that way for a minute.
She had other ideas.
After I finished all of my most important chores she asked if we could go on an adventure. I said but you are so spiffed up.
She reminded me that her spiffedupedness wasn't going to last forever anyway and highlighted how smart it would be to take advantage of the improved not raining weather.
She is a persuasive negotiater.
She did promise to try to stay mostly clean.
Well...
It was cold, windy, dirty and wet on the trail.
I'm not sure why I expected anything except what I got.
We did exercise for 90 minutes and made it all the way to the beach. One of us stayed dry.
We both had fun.
#Summer #DogsOfMastodon

Summer had a visit from her mobile groomer today. She exited the van super soft and sweet smelling. Nails trimmed with a smile on her face.
I kinda wanted to keep her that way for a minute.
She had other ideas.
After I finished all of my most important chores she asked if we could go on an adventure. I said but you are so spiffed up.
She reminded me that her spiffedupedness wasn't going to last forever anyway and highlighted how smart it would be to take advantage of the improved not raining weather.
She is a persuasive negotiater.
She did promise to try to stay mostly clean.
Well...
It was cold, windy, dirty and wet on the trail.
I'm not sure why I expected anything except what I got.
We did exercise for 90 minutes and made it all the way to the beach. One of us stayed dry.
We both had fun.
#Summer #DogsOfMastodon

More Summer adventure photos from this morning.
#Summer #DogsOfMastodon

More Summer adventure photos from this morning.
#Summer #DogsOfMastodon

Today is definitely getting things done day.
We ran down the hill to fill the free pantry and mail postcards. Unfortunately a storm cell found us with a soaking shower of rain while all around us was dry. Summer said do you think we did something wrong. I said no and that I was sure that all of our bad luck is used up for the rest of today.
With that thought in mind we started out for a walk.
The birds and frogs were abundant on the trail. The egrets weren't bothered by Summer so she left them alone too. We even walked up on a blue heron that lifted into the air not ten feet from us.
So much wonderousness to take in. Worth the trouble of a cold damp adventure.
We feel so fortunate to experience these things on the regular.
Time to get dry, warm and cozy for the afternoon.
#Summer #DogsOfMastodon

Summer says what's that in my eyes???
I said it is sunshine.
Not much of that bright stuff around lately but we are out of the dark clouds for a moment.
The cold outside is extra cold with a wind that is nippy even for Summer and her fur coat.
We are starting out our day feeling perky.
Good sleep last night.
Summer's pal is faring well thanks to the newest antibiotic and I plan to finish the last 138 political postcards today.
Cinnamon chip and maple bars will get baked to share while we check on neighbors. I expect that next door they can use some help stacking firewood closer to their door and bring in their garbage bin.
Positive things happening on our hill today because we will make them happen.
Good morning, Mastodon.
#Summer #DogsOfMastodon

Summer says what's that in my eyes???
I said it is sunshine.
Not much of that bright stuff around lately but we are out of the dark clouds for a moment.
The cold outside is extra cold with a wind that is nippy even for Summer and her fur coat.
We are starting out our day feeling perky.
Good sleep last night.
Summer's pal is faring well thanks to the newest antibiotic and I plan to finish the last 138 political postcards today.
Cinnamon chip and maple bars will get baked to share while we check on neighbors. I expect that next door they can use some help stacking firewood closer to their door and bring in their garbage bin.
Positive things happening on our hill today because we will make them happen.
Good morning, Mastodon.
#Summer #DogsOfMastodon

Too much inside time.
I took a break from writing postcards to Michigan voters to play with Summer.
She always manages a win.
I end up toyless at the bottom of the stairs.
#Summer #DogsOfMastodon

Too much inside time.
I took a break from writing postcards to Michigan voters to play with Summer.
She always manages a win.
I end up toyless at the bottom of the stairs.
#Summer #DogsOfMastodon

Summer doesn't ask for much.
She is happier and more relaxed on the days that she gets to run for an hour though.
Yesterday that didn't happen.
So this morning I bundled up to brave the cold and rain. Her comfort is as important as mine I reckon.
Her pal, at the last minute, asked if he could go along. So we make accommodations.
We drove the four wheel drive vehicle to shorten the hike and took the sandy vehicle access to the beach.
We joked about not melting in a little rain no matter how sweet we are.
It worked out we didn't melt.
I am determined to let go of my instinct to decide what is best for my husband. He is the best judge of how to use his energy. I can made it easier though and I do my best.
An epic adventure was had by all.
Especially Summer and her pal.
Time to dry out and get warm.
#Summer #DogsOfMastodon

Summer doesn't ask for much.
She is happier and more relaxed on the days that she gets to run for an hour though.
Yesterday that didn't happen.
So this morning I bundled up to brave the cold and rain. Her comfort is as important as mine I reckon.
Her pal, at the last minute, asked if he could go along. So we make accommodations.
We drove the four wheel drive vehicle to shorten the hike and took the sandy vehicle access to the beach.
We joked about not melting in a little rain no matter how sweet we are.
It worked out we didn't melt.
I am determined to let go of my instinct to decide what is best for my husband. He is the best judge of how to use his energy. I can made it easier though and I do my best.
An epic adventure was had by all.
Especially Summer and her pal.
Time to dry out and get warm.
#Summer #DogsOfMastodon

Pink and gold sunset thunderheads, Woodtick Recreation Area, Scoville Reservoir, Wolcott, Connecticut. August 30, 2021, 7:38 PM.

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Pink and gold sunset thunderheads, Woodtick Recreation Area, Scoville Reservoir, Wolcott, Connecticut. August 30, 2021, 7:38 PM.

#hiking #photography #outdoors #landscapephotography #nature #Connecticut #summer #forest #sunset #sunsetphotography #lake #summertime