Sammy's got a new doo

Sammy's got a new doo
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. I'll admit that it took me almost an entire day to adjust to Sam with his new, cool, summer hair cut. The only fluffy bits left on him are his tail and behind his ear. Gracie had to sniff his but a bunch of extra times when he got home to make sure it was Sam.

. Today is my last day in the office for a week. That's right kiddos, I'm off next week. Keep your fingers crossed for me that it's sunny and nice, I have outside painting I need to do next week.

. Of course, if it did rain, I could hang out in the gazebo with the dogs and a pile of trade paperbacks I have.

. I tweeted this last night but feel that it needs repeating, this is not a good week for pop culture icons from my 1970's childhood.

. In a way, I'm sure that the O'Neal / Fawcett must be a little relieved to be pushed to the edge of the spotlight right now. Given what they've been going through for the past 3+ years as they've supported Farrah in her battle against cancer, I'm sure they'll be grateful for some peace.

strawberry baby

meeting Xavier
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. holy smokes but isn't Xavier cute? he's so alert for one so tiny, I think he realizes already that there's a lot to do and see here on Earth and he's digging right in

. the local berries this year are much better than I'd anticipated. we had a bit of an odd spring 'round here and I didn't think it would be a good thing for my beloved berries but they're great this year

. thanks to mum & dad, we had berries for dinner last night, for breakfast again today and I'm having some for lunch. yay!

. chickpeas might just be the perfect food

. I'm bored to tears with hearing about perez and jon and kate but can't stop watching "Katie & Peter Stateside: The next chapter." my train wreck addiction is incurable

anticipation

gracie
Originally uploaded by Julep67

. 3 and a bit days until my vacation starts (but who's counting)

. 1 and a bit hours until my dad delivers some fresh, local strawberries to me at the office

. 3 and a bit hours until I get to go home and play with the puppies

. good things definitely do come to folks who wait for them

monday thoughts

happy face
Originally uploaded by Julep67

. weekends fly by far too quickly

. water restrictions are tough on new sod

. Gracie loves to play in the mud

. tiny muddy paw prints aren't as cute when they are on your bedspread as they are when you notice them on a sidewalk

. Xavier is the cutest baby I've seen in a good long while

. summer arrived, bringing lovely warm weather with it. thanks summer! we owe you one!!

stuff on thursday

puppy wrestling on the deck
Originally uploaded by Julep67

. I'm always a little surprised to see folks walking down the street smoking cigarettes.

. it's raining today because I watered my garden last night. you're welcome.

. everyone should tape record themselves in conversation once in a while. you'll probably be surprised by how many "ums" you say.

. my friends are totally awesome and are easy to love

. if you have a moment to spare today (or everyday), you should visit http://www.freekibble.com and play bowwow and meow trivia. it'll help provide food to shelter animals (and it's fun)