Mmmmmmmm Part 2

On our journey to DL Bliss State Park last weekend, we did a bit of exploring in other areas as well. Below I am checking things out at the start of the Flume Trail, near Spooner Lake. While our campmates were out cycling the Flume Trail, a popular and senic trail, mom and I had a jog around Martlette Lake...then relaxed on the park deck...

Back at the campground we walked a few trails with views looking down on Lake Tahoe's Emerald Bay area. Throughout our weekend, as you can guess, I was most keen on my swims! Ready to go any distance, any time...just throw that ball!

Below at the little water-access-only cove we paddled to each day....

Loved playing on these granite boulders! And, a bit of running in the sand...

When motor boats weren't speeding by, the waters were pretty calm and nice for paddling. In my usual boat-riding position.... Quite an interesting band of rock cliffs. Can you see the daring fella on the boulder, photo right... Guess what he did! Youza!

We enjoyed camping and paddling with our friend Christina!

One of the days at our little beach...I met a new pal. You can see Maya waiting for me below...not much of a swimmer, but sure interested in playing each time I swam back to shore :) Maya came with her humans in the Mean Jean Tahoe motor boat! And, had a stylish life vest on!

Hi ya!

On our paddle back to the campground beach one afternoon, we passed these lucky furpals. A classic ride, and superb backdrop.

We were also amazed at the cliff climbers!

I was not at all hesitant to swim out pretty far....even gave mom a few gasps when I swam fast and quite a distance towards a lone mallard on TWO different occasions..... I didn't hear any of her recalls...(opps!) I did turn around at some point after swimming way out....couldn't tell mom why I did what I did...but I guess I finally made the right choice to come back to shore...according to mom :)

I'm out there...just a bit of brown fur in the waters...

Oh nice weekend.......hope we have more. It was great to visit this area off-season without all the typical crowds.

Hope you are having a nice week friends.

Fall Runner & Breezy Horse Day

Fall runner is sandwiched, just need to baste and get to quilting.

Decided to switch out the cotton batting for a poly. Did not want the whole thing to shrink up and get all poofy.
This project has taken too long, should have finished it last week.


Sunday was breezy but very warm. Geldings were let out front to eat grass and (hopefully) some weeds. Horses are very curious animals and it did not take them long to slip thru the open gate into patio area at house front.


We kept a close eye so they did not get a chance to eat any planted bushes or potted plants.

Neither seemed interested in anything but grass and weeds.

Dreamer decided to try the convenience of birdbath water. Moose joined him but I was inside without camera.
Hope to have that fall table runner finished by Sunday night.

Happy Birthday Dad!!

Happy Birthday to our Daddy!! Hope you have a terrific day.

Love and Smooches,

Baby Rocket Dog and Hootie

Busy Day

Finally cut the back fabric pieces for the denim and flannel rag kitty quilt. These pieces go to my sis in Nevada. Each kitty block had a matching piece of flannel for backing but we decided to use denim (with no batting) for a more lighweight quilt. The flannels can be used to make a different flannel charm quilt.

The swapped scotty dog blocks arrived a few days ago. Just need to sew a few more to make a cute kids quilt. Not sure when that will happen, 'probly after the first of next year. Too many other projects to finish up for now.

Matilda and Wonky were groomed this morning. Just need to clean up faces and feet, I ran out of time and energy. Will post photos later. Off to grocery shop now.

Mmmmmmmm....

I think I've found my bliss...... Warm days, quiet shore, clear waters...

We've just returned from a 3 night camp trip to DL Bliss State Park which is just off the shores of Lake Tahoe.... In 1929, the Bliss family donated 744 acres to the State Park system. We were wow'd at the campground, beaches and trails! This was the last weekend of the season, so not as many folks as a typical Tahoe summer weekend.

Each day we paddled to a cove that only had water access...it was like our private beach.

Loved playing on the granite boulders..... Peeking out...where's my ball!?

Oh, there we go. Launch that one far, ok?

Great boulders and awesome views. Below, our friend, Christina paddles behind my boulders.

What magical weather and clear waters. Such a treat! Tough to leave this sweet spot....will have a few more pix another time...

Have a nice week friends :)

It's A Beautiful Day On The Farm

Don't you just love Fall days....days when you can open the windows and let the sunshine and cool air come right on in. Play outside with those you love and listen to the crowing of the rooster and the giggle of a little boy as he plays chase with a pup. Oh I do love my Monday's!



I have even found time to list 2 little rugs on eBay.

The Pumpkin Jack rug I even crocheted around the edge...something new for me and it went very quickly.



Here is some of the wool strips Frank brought to our class that he had cut into a #6 cut for us to use. Three big tubs of them...they were overflowing and this was even on the last day of class!



Here is what I punched in class...just got to do some finishing touches.




Sloan came this morning with these fun glasses and of course we had to take a turn!







Happy Trails....Ginger

MouseMan's Mopey Monday

Mouseman sleeping. It was a long busy weekend.
Staggers up.

Stretchy yawn.

Oh mom, can't open my eyes. :(

Why did you wake me?

Because it is time for a quick groom and then to the vet clinic for your percortin injection. (To control the addisons disease). You have been doing very well on the med so, let's keep it up.