Today I am thankful for the younger generation and their willingness to include us "seniors" in their lives. As is traditional in my birthday week, we went to the "big" dog park with Carl, and this year, Ember got to come along.
Which leads to gratitude for the times when the puppy is fully exercised, and angelic in sleep!
I wish I could share photos of the outing at the dog park, and I am clipping some so that the foster grandchild doesn't show up. I don't want to leave him out as he's a great kid and I'm proud to be associated, mind you, but it's one of those security rules for the safety of children.
Long grass, after the first frost, bespeaks of "hunting season" and the big dogs were ready for running room. Daughter in law told me to smile... an easy thing to do when you're out in a beautiful setting on a nice day! I clipped it, but you can see a pair of green pant-knees, up in that tree. Somebody is a climber.
Life is good! Spark on!
Nice photos. I've been wondering how the new addition (human) and the family is adjusting. Tree climbing provides a partial answer. 😉
ReplyDeleteToday I am grateful for the ability to continue to learn new things.
An amazingly resilient child in difficult family circumstances. So glad that my son and his wife are able to provide some stability and mentoring for the little guy! He loves the dogs and the birds, and is a fan of dragons and dinosaurs... and video games. Sings to himself while playing the video games, and comes up with the amazing things that young kids say!
DeleteThey are working their way through the expected challenges!
Yes for sure, god job cropping to protect your foster grandson. So necessary in this day and age. LOL! A boy in the tree . . . reminds me of my DS . . . he was ALWAYS climbing trees!
ReplyDeleteAnd looks like Ember had a good time!
Happy birthday week!
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Being under that tree reminded me of my own childhood on the farm, where we (cousins and I) played under the big evergreens in front of the house. Great climbing trees!
DeleteThat's so wonderful to hear! It's heartwarming to know that you're surrounded by such loving and inclusive young people. Those moments at the dog park sound truly delightful. I'm sure Ember had a blast! And it's always a joy to see a happy pup, especially one that's well-exercised.
ReplyDeleteIt's a shame you can't share photos, but I completely understand the need for privacy, especially when it comes to children. I'm glad you're able to enjoy these precious moments with your family and friends.
Enjoy your day! (((BIG HUGS)))
We've been very lucky with the weather this year, to allow such outings in mid-November! Some years we are under snow by now.
DeleteWhat a great time! Nice to see the pictures, bet Ember slept well at the end of the day!
ReplyDeleteShe did! And so did I.
DeleteThat is a good picture of you! I hope your birthday week is great. I need to start celebrating a whole week. Oh, wait. I've been celebrating 70 for a whole year! LOL!
ReplyDeleteThanks. The photo credit (of the one of me) goes to DIL. She has an artist's eye.
DeleteLOL... Janet, you are ALWAYS celebrating! Celebrating LIFE! And that, as we keep on saying, is GOOD.