Camping is Swell.

Three weekends ago Tim and I took our once yearly trip to the San Rafael Swell. Tim + Dogs + Tent + Subaru = a great weekend.

The bridge where we left some of Lady's ashes. It was one of her favorite places to swim every year and we had lots of great memories there.

Playing in the San Rafael River.

Gretchen's first time swimming.

Timber was so happy running around that she did a little face plant in the mud. Silly old gal still thinks she is a young pup sometimes.

Tadpoles.

Puppy G looking mature beyond her age.

Such a sweet little puppy.

Then she started acting her age and rolling around in the mud and on the rocks.

All worn out and happily napping with her stick.

Timber was ready for a nap too, but always keeps one eye open to make sure I stay around.

Wild flowers.

Timber getting a drink in the shade.

A sweet little spot to stop for the pups.

Smiles all around.

We took boots for the dogs in case it was too hot, but left them in the car because we didn't think we needed them. Ended up that Gigi's pads were too soft for the sand so we had to carry her down. She was happy to have a lift.

Cuddling in the back seat after a good day.

Home Sweet Home.

I love Gretchen's smiles, especially when Timber is enjoying the moment too.

Gardening, Vegies, Chicks, and More Toys

While Tim has been working hard to keep our garden growing....

The first few weeks of growth.

Ready to harvest last week.

They are growing beautifully and even larger now.

Onions

The cats being mischievous in the garden. I laugh every time I look at Lola's face :) She was so mad that I wasn't picking her up and bringing her into the garden with me.

 I have been working hard making toy fruit, veggies, and reversible baskets to put them in.

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In the meantime, our chicks have been growing big. I love their little peeps and coos.

They are sweet little things, but I must admit I have a favorite. Lucy, the little black one laying down in this pic.

Charlie.....she started as the boss of the group but has become quite sweet and docile.

Lucy......she is always watching what is going on around her.

Mu Shu....she is a spunky little gal.

 This fenced area didn't have much going on, so we decided to do some vertical gardening. The first step was getting things cleared....

Before..

After...with the hens digging for worms and Gigi wanting to be a part of the digging.

Naughty gals. They usually wait outside the door, but today they tried to sneak in for the first time.