Monday, December 1, 2008
When my family was in town, we went to New Smyrna Beach for a very cool Segway tour. On the way there, I saw a sign for a dog park. I hadn’t known about the dog park, so I couldn’t wait to take the pugs there for a visit.
The park was quite spacious and there were a few dogs there playing when we arrived. The park also had the big tunnels that the boys love to run through. We haven’t been able to convince Luna to go through the tunnel yet. She just doesn’t see the point of it.
This big guy wanted so bad to play with Benny. As soon as we got to the park, he ran up to Benny and immediately dropped down into a play stance (which Benny understood), but then he was barking at Benny to egg him on to chase him. That is where there communication breakdown occurred and Benjamin just stood there looking as confused as ever. I tried to explain to him that it is exactly what Luna does to get the boys to play, only much, much, much louder.
This guy arrived shortly after us and started his visit in small dog area. The pugs had so much fun playing with him through the fence. They ran back and forth and back and forth. The other dog’s owner eventually brought him over to the other side of the park where all the other dogs were and I thought the pugs would have so much fun chasing this quick guy around. But, as soon as he came to our side of the park, the pugs had no interest in playing with him whatsoever!
After all their romping and stomping it was time to head home.
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Over the weekend, we had a sizable date palm removed from the yard. In its place, we planted a Crape Myrtle. Crape Myrtles aren’t in bloom right now, so the tree looks like a Charlie Brown tree, but I am sure it will look beautiful in the Spring. The boys were sure to welcome the tree the first opportunity they got.
Friday, September 19, 2008
Whenever I am out alone with all 3 pugs, I always use their 6 foot leashes. With three energetic pugs, there is no way I can manage 3 retractable leashes. The only issue with the 6 foot leashes is that Luna has horrible leash management skills. I thought Henry was forever getting tangled, but my opinion quickly changed when we adopted Luna.
Once the pugs settle into the walk, the leashes normally drag a little bit on the ground and this is where Luna gets herself all tied up. The boys step over the leash or let it pass all the way under them, but Luna she always ends up getting her paws tied up with the leash. We are forever stopping so that I can untangle her which really annoys Ben and makes him pull on the leash, which is his way of saying, “keep up slowpokes!”
To solve the issue, I have tried taking the slack out of Luna’s leash and not letting it drag on the ground. But then she will get tangled up in one of the boy’s leashes. So in order to make it a block without having to free Luna, I have to keep the slack out of all three of the leashes. Which pretty much means, I am doing all the work of the retractable leash.
Oh, you should just see us out and about. It’s good for a laugh.
Friday, September 12, 2008
A few weeks ago, we were cutting the grass when we noticed this guy walking down the street. Seeing him moseying down the street, I ran into the house to get my camera. I snapped a few pictures and we marveled about the size of this turtle.
After, I snapped a few pictures, the turtle started on his way down the street again, but took a detour straight up our driveway when he heard the pugs barking their heads off at him at the front door. The turtle got about 8 feet from the door and stopped to look at the pugs. He sat there for a second and then he was on his way back down the driveway to head back down the street.
We went back to cutting the grass and didn’t really think much about the turtle. After all, this is Florida and I am coming to learn that you never know what is lurking around.
A few days later, I go out at lunchtime to run a few errands when I see a sign posted on the community mailbox. It’s a sign for a missing turtle! My heart sank. I couldn’t believe it. Just a few days ago I was snapping pictures of someone’s missing pet and then I let that pet just wander down the street. I jotted down the phone number and was going to give the owners a call when I got back from running my errands. Even though there was no way for me to know that the turtle was someone’s pet I still felt bad.
Shortly after I got back home, I saw my neighbor walk past my house with a big turtle in his hands. He saw the guy wandering around and was going to hold him until the owners could come and get him. I felt so relieved! About 10 minutes later the turtle was reunited with its owners!
I was so glad that the turtle made it back home safe and sound.
Friday, August 29, 2008
The pugs were enjoying the last little bit of sunshine before a summer storm rolled in when I snapped these pics. All three of them were squinting their eyes and soaking up the rays. After I got the pictures uploaded to my computer, I thought they sure do look like a cranky group. Did I forget dinner or something?
Also, notice Benjamin has brought Puffy out in the yard with him. He always like to bring Puffy out in the afternoons. Too bad he isn’t quite as good at remembering to bring Puffy in in the afternoons. That furry little disk is like a fourth pug I need to watch after.
I hope everyone has a great weekend! And for those in the U.S. Happy Labor Day.
Monday, August 25, 2008
There was a little kitty named QP
Who sat on a bench with Sir Doody
They each took an end
Didn’t seem like close friends
But wished to smell each other’s booty
Friday, August 8, 2008
A favorite part of my day, next to bedtime, is unwinding in the yard with the pugs for a few minutes after work. I wish I was able to set those 10-15 minutes aside everyday, but sometimes dinner, errands, the gym and life just don’t make it possible. But, I am happy that I at least take the time a couple days of week and I think it helps me enjoy it so much more.
We don’t do much while we are out in the yard and that is what makes it great. I get my daily dose of vitamin D, pet the pugs, watch the birds and just relax. Some days I snap some pictures, some days I brush the pugs, but others I just sit on the bench surrounded by Benny, Henry & Luna and do my best to take in the moment and think about nothing.
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