More of the same

Nothing exciting happening around the Ridlon abode lately, just enjoying the beautiful weather we have had. I have also been spending a fair amount of time practicing with the camera. The kids are quite used to me stalking them now. =)

As the years go by, Cueball's ticking becomes more and more defined. I guess it is how he ages.Maggie is really starting to get white in her face. Can't believe she will be 10 in a few months.
Pippi trying to sneak up on me.
Hanging out on the deck watching the birds.
Playing with her stuffie.
Booyah prefers the sheep.
He likes to try to bury his toys. He and Pippi dig a hole for the sheep.

He is not successful at it though. He just ends up creating small holes and slings a bunch of dirt around. It doesn't bother us, whatever makes him happy.

Hopefully by our next post will have something more exciting to share, so stay tuned. :)

Easter On Parade

Easter On Parade is an annual event held in the Fan District of Richmond. Monument Avenue and the streets neighbouring it are filled with beautiful old homes with stunning architecture. Although I have lived in Richmond my entire life, I have never gone to this event before. We had fabulous weather this Easter weekend, so Mitch and I decided to head on out to check it out. We are glad we did! We had a greyt time. Live music, vendors, pets and folks dressed up = fun times. :) The best thing about this parade is it is casual. No lining up etc. You walk wherever you want to.

We stopped to listen to the band for a bit.


Then we stopped by to see some fellow greyhounds.

Yes, I concur; Subi's are very dog friendly vehicles. :)
We walked and walked, had some fresh squeezed lemonade, a couple of hot dogs, and took in all the sights. The kids were on sensory overload. So many dogs to greet, new things to sniff and of course lots of petting. After an hour or so, they were wiped out, so we headed back to the car.
I snapped some pictures on the drive out of the city. I love the beautiful trees that line the streets and the beautiful old buildings.
We had loads of fun. The kids are beyond exhausted. When we got home and let them in the backyard to potty, Cueball walked a few feet and laid down. He did not want to move. Guess we wore them out a bit. That's okay, they will recuperate in a day or so, and may even let us sleep in tomorrow morning. ;-)
Hope everyone had a fabulous Easter surrounded by the ones you love.

More practice shots

Spring is here! The Bradford Pear trees in our yard are blooming. The weather is warm. The days are longer. It is simply the perfect time of year. After the winter we just had, I am appreciating spring a bit more this year and taking time to actually enjoy it. We have lots going on in our lives right now, but I am taking time to "smell the roses", so to speak.The pups are equally as happy that Spring has Sprung. They have become quiet used to me following them around with my camera. :)
Pippi enjoys the feel of cool grass on a warm, sunny day.
Cueball gets a head start on working on his tan.
Maggie....just looking beautiful.
Sweet Pippi.
The only thing they are missing is a blanket and a picnic basket.
Time for my nap!
Thanks to all those who left comments on my last post with suggestions for photo software. ;-)
Have a greyt week and get out and enjoy the beautiful weather, summer will be here before you know it.

Cotton Candy Clouds, first fire on the deck , chickens and randomness

A nice relaxing weekend is what we had in store for us this weekend. Saturday was a beautiful day here in Virginia and we just could not help but to take advantage of it. We enjoyed the afternoon and evening on the deck. As the sun started to go down, we had sky views of blue and pink clouds that reminded me of cotton candy.

We decided it was about time we used our chiminea we bought 2 1/2 years ago. :) We watched the sunset while enjoying a nice fire and a steak and veggie dinner with some cold beers. A wonderful way to spend our Saturday evening.Saturday morning, like most mornings, we were greeted by our next door neighbor's chickens. They don't bother us except for when the mess up the mulch in the flower beds. Other than that, we are glad they are around. They reduce the tick, flea and bug population. :)

I have been spending a fair amount of time trying to learn more of the functions of my camera. Below are some random recent practice shots of the pups showing off their cuteness.

Sleepy ETS.
Booyah looking cat like.
Now I just need to get some photo software, so I can crop and adjust the pictures. I would love to hear some suggestions of what you use. ;-)