Springtime woes and dog shows

I love spring and summer - everything is greening up, looking fresh and the warming air is so pleasant - and full of pollen. I've spent the past 13 days sniffling, coughing and downing antibiotics and steroids in an effort to knock the sinus infection out. While the cough still persists, I am feeling better.

I missed a couple days of work because I was getting only about 2-3 hours of sleep a night. I did work Thursday, then took a long weekend Friday.

Saturday I ventured out to the annual dog show with my friend Cindy. Our friend Nancy, from Anchorage, breeds, raises and shows golden retrievers. They are beautiful dogs, with long silky hair and a quiet demeanor. I always enjoy the show. There are so many kinds of dogs (and people) there. And I dream that my Buddy were as well-behaved as these dogs. :(

There were dogs of all sizes -

 

and all textures -

 

some were alert and curious -

and some not so much -

We watched some of the obedience training - Buddy will NEVER reach that level! As always it was good to see Nancy and chat, and watch all the dogs. I always fall in love with several of them. It was a good way to spend the morning.

Today I will reflect on all those men and women who died in service to our country. May we never take their sacrifices for granted.

This week green is my favorite color.

Happy Mother's Day to all moms.