Ah, must be summer. Lots of lizards in the backyard missing their tails, which is typical when the striped racer snakes have emerged. #snek #summer #climatediary

I am thankful.
This Mastodon community has been ever so kind to us.
You have encouraged, uplifted and inspired for years now.
Giving my embroidery projects value by actually accepting a physical gift from a virtual friend.
It makes me happy everytime I go to the post office because I am sharing something I crafted with someone who is no longer a stranger but a distant friend.
People say that kindness is in short supply but you simply need to know where to look.
I'm not finding goodness in humans by looking at traditional places like churches and civic clubs but in this loosely connected but fiercely wonderful assembly of kind souls.
I appreciate every supportive thought, prayer and good vibe. We are helping each other through the worst of times and it all matters.
The picture is Summer in the driver's seat for today's walk. She really wants to drive. I tell her maybe someday.
#Summer #DogsOfMastodon

I am thankful.
This Mastodon community has been ever so kind to us.
You have encouraged, uplifted and inspired for years now.
Giving my embroidery projects value by actually accepting a physical gift from a virtual friend.
It makes me happy everytime I go to the post office because I am sharing something I crafted with someone who is no longer a stranger but a distant friend.
People say that kindness is in short supply but you simply need to know where to look.
I'm not finding goodness in humans by looking at traditional places like churches and civic clubs but in this loosely connected but fiercely wonderful assembly of kind souls.
I appreciate every supportive thought, prayer and good vibe. We are helping each other through the worst of times and it all matters.
The picture is Summer in the driver's seat for today's walk. She really wants to drive. I tell her maybe someday.
#Summer #DogsOfMastodon

Summer didn't get out for a run yesterday and today wasn't looking promising.
Until
We decided to run down to the beach quick like.
Sadly everyone else had the same idea so it was grand central with cars, humans, dogs and horses going every which way.
I decided to head for a turnout less traveled. I should have assumed that there was a reason we were the only car. The trail from our parking spot to the beach looked rough but doable. About halfway to the beach it disappeared entirely.
We were sort of lost. I knew we were getting close to the ocean so I had Summer push ahead.
I was hoping to find an easier trail back.
We did find another trail.
Not so easy though.
I asked Summer to find the car so she navigated the dunes by following deer trails.
What an adventure.
Few photos because I was consentrating on staying upright and not breaking any bones.
We made it.
Summer deserved her treat.
#Summer #DogsOfMastodon

Sunset daisies, Scoville Reservoir, Wolcott, Connecticut. June 21, 2020, 8:50 PM.

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

Summer didn't get out for a run yesterday and today wasn't looking promising.
Until
We decided to run down to the beach quick like.
Sadly everyone else had the same idea so it was grand central with cars, humans, dogs and horses going every which way.
I decided to head for a turnout less traveled. I should have assumed that there was a reason we were the only car. The trail from our parking spot to the beach looked rough but doable. About halfway to the beach it disappeared entirely.
We were sort of lost. I knew we were getting close to the ocean so I had Summer push ahead.
I was hoping to find an easier trail back.
We did find another trail.
Not so easy though.
I asked Summer to find the car so she navigated the dunes by following deer trails.
What an adventure.
Few photos because I was consentrating on staying upright and not breaking any bones.
We made it.
Summer deserved her treat.
#Summer #DogsOfMastodon

Sunset daisies, Scoville Reservoir, Wolcott, Connecticut. June 21, 2020, 8:50 PM.

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

I have to share.
Summer and her pal are being adorable.
They are almost inseparable.
Summer does let me drag her down the hill for a walk, now and then, but she misses him the whole time.
They were all happy this morning because I promised that they won't ever have to watch the Melania movie.
We are changing antibiotics again this morning and hope the gazillionth time is the charm.
Good morning, Mastodon.
#Summer #DogsOfMastodon

I have to share.
Summer and her pal are being adorable.
They are almost inseparable.
Summer does let me drag her down the hill for a walk, now and then, but she misses him the whole time.
They were all happy this morning because I promised that they won't ever have to watch the Melania movie.
We are changing antibiotics again this morning and hope the gazillionth time is the charm.
Good morning, Mastodon.
#Summer #DogsOfMastodon

Summer and I got her pal outside this afternoon to soak up some fresh air. She even shared her stick with him.
#Summer #DogsOfMastodon

Summer and I got her pal outside this afternoon to soak up some fresh air. She even shared her stick with him.
#Summer #DogsOfMastodon

Summer just wants you to know she's here if you need a friend. She's sending out calming vibes straight through until bed time.
Sweet warm and soft she is staying close to both of us tonight.
#Summer #DogsOfMastodon

Summer just wants you to know she's here if you need a friend. She's sending out calming vibes straight through until bed time.
Sweet warm and soft she is staying close to both of us tonight.
#Summer #DogsOfMastodon

We are amazing. No doubt about it.
Chores are getting done lickety split like.
The entire house is vacuumed and I do believe it is a miracle that Summer isn't bald.
Together Summer and I inventoried ostomy supplies and repacked our go bag supply with new fresh stuff. She hauls off the empty boxes. The first thing I would grab in a major emergency this bag would keep my husband in business for at least a month.
We also unpacked shipping boxes and rotated the daily use supplies in our bins.
Prepared two boxes to mail to my sister. I don't have an embarrassing volume of clothing anymore because I've shipped it all north. She supplements her income selling my old work clothes but after two years of shipping I am finally running out.
I think it is time for baking muffins.
Summer is ready for her mandatory break time.
#Summer