We decided to beat the late August heat today and head to our local mountains for a fun day of new smells, fresh mountain air and new pee spots (for the dogs - not for us). Duncan would spend the day with his little friend (who is continually begging for custody of him), leaving the four of us to put on our sun screen and venture out on a road trip.
What a wonderful day it was. Digby and Prinnie were just pure joy, and behaved well beyond our wildest dreams. We packed a picnic lunch for each of us (including some left-over birthday cake), lots of water and tons of treats. Prinnie's white fur was gray-brown by the time we were ready to leave, and Digby found so many squirrels to guard over that he could do nothing but stand as a sentry at attention for most of our "down time".
We then explored more of the mountain than we have in trips past, and decided to head home before dark. One way off the mountain takes us to Palm Desert, and the other takes us home - or so we thought. What we didn't know was that there is at least a third way down the mountain that takes us just outside of Palm Springs, and somehow we managed to take THAT route instead. Unlike the male species, we women have no trouble stopping to ask where the hell we are and directions on how to get home. A few hours later than expected, we all arrived home, fully refreshed and relaxed from a perfect day!
Here are some pics of the day - you can click on them to make them bigger....
6 comments:
Beautiful, just beautiful!!! I almost feel like I, too, was there. How much fun you two have - good for you. I am sure the puppies had a ball, too. Great way to spend your birthday weekend.
Owl
Like Owl said, I almost feel like I was there. Great pictures and what a way to start my day
Thanks
Kitty
I forgot to ask. Why couldn't Duncan go on the outing with his family?
Owl
What a fabulous Sunday family outing! Everyone looks like they are having so much fun. Leftover birthday cake????
Prinnie, I challenge you for the OOPS I ATE IT award:"When accepting this award, you must blog about the food you have stolen when your humans were not watching. If you have never stolen any food, you must have been a really good pup! You can accept this yummy tray of cookies as your reward! Next add the logo of this award to your blog (optional), then nominate at least 5 other furry blogs and let them know by leaving a message on their blogs."
It looks like you had a fantastic day!
Happy belated Birthday K. I'm sorry I missed it!
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