What do you suppose happens when you introduce a feisty little Boxer girlie to some bubbles for the first time? It's a tad bit difficult to blow the bubbles and then take the photos, but ... it can be done!
At first, Paris-Ivy just watched the bubbles float down to the ground. Of course, she was pretty curious.
Wow ... this is getting interesting!
Hmmm ... I wonder what these things feel like ...
Okay, is it just going to sit there?
Gotcha!
Paris-Ivy was not happy when I put the bubbles away. I think she's already plotting her strategy for the next time. ☺
Santa was very good to my Boxers this year, and Paris-Ivy is thrilled beyond belief! Bully sticks, nice bones, and .... new TOYS!! Ivy names her toys (yes, she does) and this one is Purple. Okay ... not very creative, but it works!
It seems Purple is trying to escape ...
Gotta hand it to Paris-Ivy ... when she wants to focus, she certainly can!
"You are MINE, Purple ... all MINE!"
She looks so proud, doesn't she? ☺
"Okay, Mom, here's Purple ... want to throw him again for me?"
Yes, indeed ... it's an adventure when Dempsey and Josie come to visit the Watkins Pack! Here are a few photos to show what happened the day after Thanksgiving when the three White Boxers hit the backyard before breakfast ... it's a recipe for fun!
Start with sweet, little Josie ... [ahem]
Add a little Dempsey Dawg.
And finally, throw in a pinch of Paris-Ivy.
Stir well and it's a White Tornado Rumble Cake!
Please do NOT feel sorry for sweet, little Josie - she encourages this abuse!
This is what my backyard looks like almost every waking moment when the White Tornadoes are together.
They will sleep tonight ... maybe. ☺
I spent some time with the moneys! Their antics are fun to watch as they scurry and climb in and around trees and bushes. Here are just a few of my new friends, most of which are Spider Monkeys.
This little guy sure has his eye on something!
In and out of the palm fronds ...
Strawberries are pretty tasty!
Just hangin' around and it doesn't matter whether it's upside down or not!
When there's no strawberry, a leaf will do.
A moment later she was leaping to a higher branch.
Okay ... this guy isn't a Spider Monkey, but he IS a relative. ☺
I found myself smiling ... a barrel of monkeys will do that every time.
When my neurosurgeon and regular physician recommended therapeutic massage to help recover from spinal surgery, I was thrilled! It's sure better than pain meds! After just two sessions at AZ Therapeutic Associates, I'm feeling better. It's not just the massage, it's the atmosphere as well. Here are a few examples to show you what I mean.
The property is located in an older part of Phoenix and is graced by beautiful flowers and trees.
An old house has been converted into a colorful, yet serene, environment for massage and healing.
In fact, a small Buddha greets visitors at the entrance.
And we are reminded to be grateful for what we have and what we can create in our lives.
Beautiful wood planks are overhead and the waiting area is very calming.
And after the massage, you can meet the resident cat. She's actually a feral cat that lives in the back of the property, but she comes out for food. I was surprised she let me get this close for a photo.
Yes ... therapeutic massage is a great way to spend an hour, both physically and mentally.
