The Streets of NW

On the weekends, mama and I enjoy exploring different neighborhoods.  When we’re not doing errands, of course (that translates to she runs in and out of a lot of stores and I guard the car – not terribly exciting).  Sometimes just going down one extra street makes a “normal” walk different. When we’re walking down…

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Bug-ging Out

Mama keeps noticing those ladybugs… even when I don’t see them at all. I have to admit that this one is pretty darned unique.  More orange-y than most, and look at all of those spots! Yes mama, I SEE IT… Dad, if you are trying to communicate with mama via these ladybugs I’ve got to…

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Sunday Morning Bagel-age

The grey skies have returned to Portland – but that is still no reason not to wake up at 7 AM on Sunday so that we can walk to get a Kettleman’s toasted, buttered, pumpernickel bagel.  First a little water… I’m oddly parched. Then – as is my custom – I give mama a big…

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Going Out for Chinese

Ah yes… look who I’ve found!  A GIRL AIREDALE!!! I think she’s the first girl Dale I’ve seen in Portland… all of the other Dales have been boys.  Hubba Hubba! Ah.  She’s pretty. My attention was caught by this gentleman riding by… look who he has on his lap!  A KITTY!!!  You know how much…

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Pizz-aaaaaah

After a very un-sunny start, this evening was actually rather nice.  Even though mama still has a sore throat, I had to insist that the evening walkie was substantial. We thought about stopping at the supermarket – but then discovered that there were some guys outside selling newspapers and they had several dogs with them,…

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NW Dale

We are off to NW Portland to enjoy some fine fall foliage, visit some cool shops, and maybe have a little lunch.  I heartily approve, and hop into my seat in the Bogcedes. Come on dad… you said we were going… Luckily once I’m strapped in I can still get my mug out of the…

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