Have to be honest. As weekends go, this wasn't the very best I've had. On the other hand, all that I have to be thankful for is still front and foremost. Life is good, even in the midst of working through some not so fun stuff.
I took Black Jack for a walk in the rain today. I say "took" because it really wasn't her idea. Unlike Scott, my last dog, who happily led me through sun, sleet, freezing rain, snow and minus 40 degree temps (Montreal, one crazy winter), Black Jack is a strictly fair-weather dog. Bill described one walk last week when he carried her to the end of the lane, hoping she would at least walk back home, but it wasn't to be. He had to either drag (not an option for him) or carry her, and carry her he did.
Today, I was determined to find something positive in this rainy day, and I guess she sensed that, because she agreed to come along. I wrapped my camera in a plastic bag (how bad is it if the lense gets wet, photo-experts out there?) and decided to record the Good and the Not So Great about the pouring rain. I ended up with eleven pictures, and if I alternate them, end up with a Good one at each end, so I think that says it all. Life is good - end of story.
I took Black Jack for a walk in the rain today. I say "took" because it really wasn't her idea. Unlike Scott, my last dog, who happily led me through sun, sleet, freezing rain, snow and minus 40 degree temps (Montreal, one crazy winter), Black Jack is a strictly fair-weather dog. Bill described one walk last week when he carried her to the end of the lane, hoping she would at least walk back home, but it wasn't to be. He had to either drag (not an option for him) or carry her, and carry her he did.
Today, I was determined to find something positive in this rainy day, and I guess she sensed that, because she agreed to come along. I wrapped my camera in a plastic bag (how bad is it if the lense gets wet, photo-experts out there?) and decided to record the Good and the Not So Great about the pouring rain. I ended up with eleven pictures, and if I alternate them, end up with a Good one at each end, so I think that says it all. Life is good - end of story.
Here's the first Good. With Black Jack sulking, but at least walking, we came to our ball-throwing field. I didn't bring the ball with me today, as I'm still concerned about her knees. However, she perked up, even with no ball, when she saw the field. And the reason she perked up was this sweetie, named Luka. I know the picture isn't perfect, but if you look closely, you can see just how endearing those eyes are, and Luka was extremely well-dressed in a very stylish red raincoat. He (I really hope I'm right that you are a "he" Luka. If you read this, please correct me if I've erred.) was running in the field (chased by his human:), and Black Jack sensed a possible playmate. She began racing around me (on leash), and after her little burst of happy, she and Luka met. Luka's human was a Good too. How many men will chase their dog on a rainy day, in a wet field, in the absence of a canine playmate?
Why are you walking in running shoes on a day like today, woman? Where are your wellies?!?
ReplyDeleteYou are most welcome for the tip on the neoprene gloves. I can cycle through most anything if my hands aren't freezing.
I don't actually own any wellies, just as I never bought snow boots when I lived in Montreal. Somehow, the running shoes work in most situations, but yeah, I'm thinking about it:) Thanks for commenting. It made me laugh out loud.
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ReplyDeleteMEC the best place to buy them?
ReplyDeleteDon't think they sell them at MEC. I bought mine online at
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Super nice sellers, and the boots arrived within 4 days. I LOVE them.