The Love Of a Dog

Next to my husband, this creature is my faithful companion. He is always at my side. He's really fun and smart and such a good friend. Everyone should be loved by a dog!

Happy 2009

Our family had a wonderful Christmas together: so many things for which to be thankful, and so many things to which we look forward.

This pic illustrates how we feel after the holidays. Ready to seize the day! Ready to seize 2009!

My "Boy"!

My "Boy"!
Originally uploaded by marylea.

Uploaded from my cameraphone, this shot was taken in August this year. He is such a happy dog!

We went for a bracing walk in the cold rain this morning, which he enjoyed. He helps me see the world with enthusiasm. He is so much fun!


Working here at home, cleaning, packing, organizing. An overcast day outside, but there is nothing dreary inside. We are so blessed.

Considerate Listener

Considerate Listener
Originally uploaded by marylea.

Who doesn't like to be heard when something is on their mind?? Seamus listens to me, and considers my words. It's actually quite therapeutic to talk to him, since he does pay attention so well, and tilts his head at all the appropriate times.

"How did that make you feel?" "And then what happened??" "Do you want to throw the ball for me????!!!"

Seamus Rules!

Seamus Rules!
Originally uploaded by marylea.

There's nothing like a warm spring Sunday afternoon, and a little time outside playing fetch to get the kinks out! Seamus and I play ball whenever he can convince me to take a break from my other work. And he's pretty convincing...! :-)