WHITENESS EVERYWHERE!

I took the guys to Point Pleasant Park the other day

and we parked on the lower level

beside this huge snowbank

covered in seagulls.

The tide was low so it afforded us an easy view of the lighthouse on McNab's Island.

Jim and I trotted up the hill which takes us into the innards

of the park where dogs are allowed to run free.

~~~ and Ron continued down the shoreline road

taking in all the quietness and serenity

of this bright winter's day.

The Bonaventure anchor appeared, 

a monument dedicated to

" To commemorate the personnel of the Armed Forces of Canada 

who lost their lives at sea in the performance of their duties and for whom there is no known grave."

~~~ floating aimlessly along the harbour shoreline

were these mergansers seemingly oblivious to humans

and vessels nearby.

The gulls outnumbered all the other birds as usual

which is just fine with my Dads

because the unexpected photo colours, angles and combinations

always result in "oh my, look at this!"

We are back Ron!

I think it's time to head back home

through the snow banked city streets.

We have to be so very very careful

driving these narrow routes

because damage to your vehicle

is so very easy,

as we can attest to, 

that's right folks!

We had a hit and run two weeks ago.

One good thing from all this is that we had a Malibu for the sojourn.

Who loves a Malibu?

We do!!

MY CIRCLE GAME

My Circle Game

has gone

7 1/2 times around the seasons ~~

climbing hills and walking trails

so familiar 

and

serene

leaping joyfully

when Jim joins us

after shop time

and standing stalwartly 

staring off into the western skies.

Listening to Tom Rush's version of The Circle Game

always puts me in a pensive
and
oh so calming mood

the thing though

that I know so very deeply

 is 

 the security

and

the love 

I have from my guys!

DOODLE GODS ARE AT IT AGAIN!!

This time of year is made by the Gods

or as we DOODLES say

 "DOODLE GODS"

because ~

no mater if you look to the west down the beach

or south into the ocean in front of me

the waves are perfect

perfectly sized for DOODLE SWIMMERS

perfectly warmed by the ocean currents

and

my guys can get out into the salty water

and 

just feel great all over.

The waves crash on you and it just feels exhilarating.

I glide on top of them when I bring Mr. Orangie back to shore.

(The video was taken on a day earlier when Ron was in the water with me)

I always worry about Ron 

even though he's a strong and experienced swimmer

my DOODLE ANTENNAE 

always go on high alert

because you just never know

about riptides.

So as my DOODLE TAIL always says

~~ circle a date 

and don't be late 

'cause the beach is a'callin'

for y'all to come spraullin'

or what ever you like to do on the beach ~~~

DOODLE LOVE for you all!!!

CLOUDS ARE RE-ASSURING

Everywhere I turned today the clouds surrounded me

completely covering Lawrencetown Beach

with the sun breaking through

high-lighting a wee bit of the beach.

Even above this backward's surfer 

the clouds pressed on.

Climbing back up the slope just in time to pick up Daddy Jim

from his day at work ~ ~

gave me a chance for a quick glance over the expanse 

readily assuring me that life is good

and

tomorrow will be a beautiful day!

GREY SKIES REVEAL BLUE SKIES

4 months of realization came screeching to a halt
this passed Thursday when my Dads and I dealt with my surgery
and as my new vet called it a
"WINKY TUCK"
(no wonder we have a new vet
he's a laugh a minute)

Flying solo
by myself for the day

I survived
and having the security of 2 Dads

really helps me with my healing

We go everywhere together around here

as you know

but burying Mr. Orangie
and
digging him up
is high
oh so high
on my agenda.
Can't you tell?!
~~~
Psst!! I thank you from the bottom of my beach hole heart
for all the special get "better vibes" from all around the globe.
Some people don't think this cyber-love is true
but I for one know it is.
Imagine people thinking like that!
Me thinks they need a DOODLE HUG& LICK!
~
(Sophie Doodle in healing mode here!)

MOUCHO MANY CLOUDS

I see clouds all the time 

whether in the city 

as in yesterday's post

or when on the road driving

to Ron's birthplace,

the Annapolis Valley.

As soon as we leave the city limits this passed fall

the clouds were creeping in over the trees.

The drive was like this all the way

about 100kms crossing the province of Nova Scotia

on Hwy 101

from the eastern side 

to the western side.

In the distance the white clouds

gave us some hope,

perhaps fair weather

on arrival.

Then as quick as a wink

the grey clouds billowed up

and 

who knew

what was in store for us.

Up and around the bend

after passing a couple towns and villages

we saw Blomidon Mountain

shrouded in clouds.

This scene always means "Home" to Ron.

No this isn't his home

but the beauty of this view

just gives you an idea 

of his world as a youth.

The clouds did hang in that day,

but it didn't stop me from playing with my new friend.

The rain was pouring down in the background

over Blomidon.

I'll take you there some day when the weather improves 

like 2014 ~~~ winter's coming!

BRIGHTNESS UNDER THE CLOUDS

The heaviness of dark, overhanging clouds

fittingly describes our world at present.

The light is at the end of tunnel

and

we are heading forward.

My joy is to take care

attend to

care for

help feel better

Daddy Jim's unexpected return of silent migraines

have made us stumble

but

we will survive this obstacle

with renewed vigour

for LIFE !

SOON!

Clouds!

With Tropical Storm Andrea 

working her way up the eastern seaboard ~~~

our skies were taking on new cloud formations

and were doubly effective with the beach reflections.

Jim is heading up over the rocks to get a better vantage point

of the inukshuk

someone constructed recently.

Rocks, clouds, inukshuks!

All I know is that I felt good being out

walking the beach with the guys.

They were all excited about the clouds formation

and I was glad to be able keep up.

This is our beach in early June

with a surfer or two.

Hang Ten

you peeps

the waves will be here

on Saturday!

So the clouds were quite spotty in places

and almost like alien ships in others.

Jim was not about to let anything go by

with capturing it.

All I know is that I captured

my salad for the day

and 

it was 

Mmmm Mmmm Good!