It's been a tough couple weeks around these parts, with Leo having to rush off to Uruguay to be with his family. The whole routine is out of whack and the girls end up spending a lot more time alone. Unfortunately, Leo's dad passed away, after Leo returned home, and a bit of melancholy seems to permeate daily life, but it also makes us more conscious of all the good things we have.
After two weeks of obligations and stress, the perfect antidote was a trip to the beach.
The drive there revealed the first hints of autumn colors. I bet, in a week or two, the drive will be spectacular.
This shot makes me laugh. Thea was being a wee bit over zealous, trying to grab the frisbee from Leo. He requested that she talk to the hand.
Though, honestly, they really are good girls. Look at how focused they are.
And Thea does a very cute hand shake.
Panda isn't too shabby either.
Leo, though, is incorrigible. As I tried to get a particular shot of Panda and Thea, Leo noticed a rather large wave coming at me. In the first shot, you can see him leaping up to avoid it. I, of course, was too focused on the girls to notice.
Despite Leo's fit of laughter and my sloshy shoes, I managed to get a pretty cute shot of the three of them.
After a lovely day, we wound our way home, stopping at a local farm for a stroll through the pumpkin patch. We'll be making jack-o-lanterns and pumpkin seeds today.
For all the pictures from the trip, click here.
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Comments (30)
Sorry to hear about Leo's dad. That's really hard. Give Senor` Sexypants a platonic sympathy hug from me.
Now, the fun stuff: I like YOUR jack O'lantern BETTER.
The beach pictures are wonderful and I envy your domestic bliss.
Love,
BH
Posted by Bob (Badger) | October 31, 2008 12:34 PM
Posted on October 31, 2008 12:34
I'm late to this, Marnie, but please give my condolences to Leo (and his family). My heart goes out to them.
Posted by caroline | October 29, 2008 7:17 AM
Posted on October 29, 2008 07:17
Oh dear. I'm sorry for Leo's loss; dads are the coolest guys in the world. At least he was able to spend a little time with him and his family down in Uruguay.
Posted by MJ | October 23, 2008 1:41 AM
Posted on October 23, 2008 01:41
Please pass my deepest sympathy to Leo (and to you too). Those photos of the girls and their energy are wonderful.
Posted by AmyP | October 21, 2008 11:34 AM
Posted on October 21, 2008 11:34
That's very sad news about leo's father. I hope the dogs (and you of course) are giving him much comfort in this difficult time.
Posted by kat | October 20, 2008 9:57 PM
Posted on October 20, 2008 21:57
Oh my. Give Leo a ginormous hug for me. Although my mom died several years ago, I have no idea what it feels like to lose a father, but I'd think it must suck. Big time.
Nice wet dog beach pictures. Nice wet tush too. Picture I mean.
Posted by Kathy in KS | October 20, 2008 7:50 PM
Posted on October 20, 2008 19:50
so sorry to hear of the loss in his/your family. sending thoughts your way. it looks like the beach gave everyone a little solace. hugs.
Posted by mamie | October 20, 2008 7:50 PM
Posted on October 20, 2008 19:50
The "focused" picture is wonderful.
Sorry to hear about Leo's father.
Posted by Francesca | October 20, 2008 3:45 PM
Posted on October 20, 2008 15:45
So sorry for Leo's loss but at least he was able to see his dad before he died. I am at my daughter's house & the youngest grand LOVES the photos of Thea & Panda. All I had to do was say "puppy pictures" & she jumped up & ran over to see them.
Posted by Donna | October 20, 2008 3:34 PM
Posted on October 20, 2008 15:34
I am so sorry to hear about Leo's and your loss. My thoughts are with you guys.
Posted by disentangled | October 20, 2008 1:52 PM
Posted on October 20, 2008 13:52
Condolences to both you and Leo. Very sorry to hear about his dad.
Posted by seedless grape | October 20, 2008 12:26 PM
Posted on October 20, 2008 12:26
{hugs}
So sorry to hear about your loss.
Posted by mazhalai | October 20, 2008 10:57 AM
Posted on October 20, 2008 10:57
Hugs to you and Leo, Marnie. I'm glad you were able to take a beach trip to take your mind off things. Seeing happy doggers makes everything seem better sometimes!
Posted by Carrie | October 20, 2008 8:55 AM
Posted on October 20, 2008 08:55
Sorry about Leo's father. Hugs for all.
Posted by Dev | October 20, 2008 8:45 AM
Posted on October 20, 2008 08:45
Oh, I'm so sorry to hear about Leo's dad. Sending hugs your way. xo-S.
Posted by Nonnahs | October 20, 2008 7:31 AM
Posted on October 20, 2008 07:31
i am so sorry for leo's loss, but i'm glad he was able to be in uruguay with his family. lots of hugs. your photos of the girls are great as always!
Posted by mai | October 20, 2008 7:15 AM
Posted on October 20, 2008 07:15
I'm so sorry to hear about Leo's dad passing. It seems to be a sad year for losses, doesn't it? {{hugs all round}}
At least having dogs and other people you love around helps to make things a little easier.
Posted by Janice in GA | October 20, 2008 6:57 AM
Posted on October 20, 2008 06:57
Oh, man, I am so sorry to hear that Leo's dad passed away. Hugs to you.
Posted by June | October 20, 2008 6:01 AM
Posted on October 20, 2008 06:01
I'm sorry for your loss. Your day looks like it was wonderful.
Posted by Jennifer | October 20, 2008 5:58 AM
Posted on October 20, 2008 05:58
I'm glad you guys have this great activity to share with your girls and each other. Laughter really does help in these situations.
Posted by loopylulu | October 20, 2008 12:16 AM
Posted on October 20, 2008 00:16
I'm so sorry to hear Leo's father passed away. I'm glad the wave provided some levity though :) Laughter always helps.
Posted by Kate | October 19, 2008 8:52 PM
Posted on October 19, 2008 20:52
I'm so sorry for both of you.
Though I must admit that I hate saying that because it seems so trite and pointless, since nothing anyone can say makes anything better. But my happy wishes are with you both anyway. I'm glad Leo has his three lovely ladies to help him laugh. :)
Posted by maria | October 19, 2008 7:51 PM
Posted on October 19, 2008 19:51
i'm sorry about the loss of Leo's father.
Posted by lori z | October 19, 2008 6:07 PM
Posted on October 19, 2008 18:07
I'm so sorry for your loss.
Posted by liuia | October 19, 2008 3:42 PM
Posted on October 19, 2008 15:42
I'm so sorry to read about Leo's father's passing.
Posted by Susan | October 19, 2008 1:52 PM
Posted on October 19, 2008 13:52
I've missed seeing cute shots of the girls. I am so very, very sorry about Leo's dad. Somehow, we think our parents are always going to be here for us, but it's just not the natural order of things...life. :-(
Posted by Renna | October 19, 2008 1:30 PM
Posted on October 19, 2008 13:30
I'm sorry to hear about Leo's father, too.
I suppose it's a good, healthy thing that you and the wave gave him something to laugh about, huh? The girls, as always, look happy!
Posted by --Deb | October 19, 2008 1:20 PM
Posted on October 19, 2008 13:20
I'm so sorry to hear about Leo's father. Loss is never easy, but it's nice to see you all having some quality family time together. That certainly helps things seem a little bit brighter.
Posted by mick | October 19, 2008 12:37 PM
Posted on October 19, 2008 12:37
I am so sorry, Leo, for the loss of your father.
It is good to take fun where you can find it...in an ambushing wave and the outraged and cold wet heinie. Marnie, I'll bet you made an awesome sound. ;)
Posted by Wendy | October 19, 2008 12:23 PM
Posted on October 19, 2008 12:23
I'm sorry to hear about Leo's father's passing.
Posted by Wanda | October 19, 2008 12:15 PM
Posted on October 19, 2008 12:15