Not just another pretty face

Scooter - In Arkansas

I can't believe it has been a year since our "pup-pup" trip. It seems Deucey is still with us. I come across an occasional photo of her and just love to look at her sweet, soft face. My heart still breaks for her, but I know she is in a better place. She is happy, my dreams say so.

Our trip this Thanksgiving was a good bonding experience with Scooter. She's such a pretty dog. Since Deucey's been gone, she has changed. She is no longer the wildest child in the house. She is probably the best cuddler we have had. She has turned into a pretty sweet dog. I think she may have picked up more from Deucey than we realized.

Even Sydney says, "All she wants is some love." True.


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Soaring with the Eagles on Turkey Day

Bald Eagle, White River - Bull Shoals, Arkansas

OK, the photo of the eagle came out pretty decent, despite it flying to the highest part of the cliff to get away from our guide who was calling to it. It had just swooped down to the river and caught a trout. I think he thought we were going to take it away. I had to use my zoom, plus really crop it in close. The trees were all grey, but I think all things considering, my first wildlife photo of a bald eagle came out alright. Pretty majestic birds. Then we saw five wild turkeys fly across the road on the way home. Isn't there a quote about that somewhere?

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