HAPPY BIRTHDAY ♥ DADDY JIM

whether on the beach at low tide

or strolling along a new section of the Atlantic View Trail

or gathering debris from the beaches

or bundling up to capture nature's roar 

of waves 

at Martinique Beach

or sifting through the heathers at Point Pleasant Park

or slipping across the parking lot 

to capture the egret that 

took up residence in our area this spring

to checking out the garden before the greenery

multiplies like mad

(as it it did this year)

to an end of the evening stroll in the mist

to assisting Jim with some photos 

as the sun was setting on the hill

I wish Daddy Jim the 

Happiest of Birthdays.

He has been so kind to me 

and

may I add to anyone who crosses his path.

You are the best Doggy Daddy around

and

I couldn't imagine anything better 

than your soft touch and big smile.

So without further ado ~~
presents need to be opened.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ~ DADDY JIM!!!

You should see what I got for Daddy Jim's birthday?

I am sure  the BIRTHDAY BOY will let everyone see

what is in the envelope

and 

three packages!

Colours, all kinds of colours

just make us all much more cheerful,

especially little ol' DOODLE ME.

I get all squiggly and squirmy!

So everyone wish Daddy Jim a mammoth

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

because he is the best,

as many of you already know from reading his blog 

OCEAN BREEZES

(hop over and tell him your true feelings!)

(just click his blog title)

AS I SAID ~~~~

~ Thank you for your patience ~

Never take a day for granted,

especially when the weather is so warm 

and

so beautiful 

at the beginning of December 

in Nova Scotia

 I am totally amazed at the view below as usual

but with an added pleasure

not usually seen

this time of year ~

~ a lone parasurfer

at ease with the waters

and

salty breezes

with a slight fog mist

covering everything

in sight.

~ at one with nature ~

~ hand raised in triumph ~

~ heading off into the sunset ~

 ~ to return instantly on a 180,

churning caramel waves

in his trail ~

So glad to see you Jim.
There's loads to see.

Hey Jim?

Don't fall over the edge.

I know the view can really mesmerize you.

DOWNTOWN DOODLE FUNK

Hey folks !!

It's your FUNKY DOWNTOWN DOODLE here.

Uh, huh it's me

and

since our new library is just about to open

I thought it only fit to show you a wee bit of one end of it.

Look 'way up 

Don't tip over

Now relax and enjoy a smoother ride.

You can see white thingies in the windows

which I assume prevent birds from flying into the glass.

Fingers crossed.

The floors resemble stacked books askew.

Look everyone can help fill the library too.

Ron and Jim will be putting

stickers inside their book of choice

in memory of their mothers

after donating a wee bit to this new landmark.

Hey, Jim don't tip over.

This place is so high and all glass

and is just one street view 

more to come another time.

OK, Jimbo whattaya think ?
Need a change of pace?
Sure you do !!
Let's get movin'

JOY REALLY IS ALL THERE IS

My life is pretty much the same each day

with maybe a variation in 

destinations and ~

today was no exception 

with the guys following me through the autumn dune grasses ~

I stopped for a second and the clicking began.

Must be something about the colours and lines 

as the Dads always say.

All I know is I was blessed with blond locks

on my head and legs

and whenever the perfect moment appears

they begin their photo dance.

Even Ron plays with my colours

almost having me totally hidden in the grasses.

Mr. Orangie always gives me away though.

Jim takes the high road along the dune's edge.

Don't you love the rocks, grasses and sky,

not to mention Jimbo !?!

JOY really is all I can show you

when I reach the top of the dunes.

I truly LOVE arriving and descending upon the beach.

Jim, 

although totally covered in layers

loves this beach too,

no matter what the season offers us and ~

I agree wholeheartedly,

because to leap and bound

to run and dive

inhaling and exhaling salty air

makes us healthier 

every time we come.