Look!

Gary tries to get Simone to look at the camera this morning after the farmer's market down on the Corvallis waterfront.

Making Peace with the Bunny Man

Gary sprayed Matilda with the first coat of epoxy today. When Simone saw him in his white bunny suit, she thought he was a stranger and went after him!

Camas Flowers

Simone poses by the camas flowers in Sunset Park. They are in full bloom right now and just beautiful. We learned the other day the camas plant was actually a major food source of the Kalapuya Indians, having onion-like roots that they harvested.

You might notice her red collar...we've had to put her signature purple harness on hiatus for a couple of weeks while Simone recovers from her surgery. She had a good-sized fatty tumor removed from underneath her left front armpit on Monday, May 11th, and has about 10 stitches. She has done really well with the whole thing and didn't require any pain meds. The hardest part has been keeping her out of the water, and not running or jumping for the last week. She gets her stitches out on the 27th and can then resume her regular activities with glee.

They're Back!

Simone was happy to finally get her stuffed puppy Colin back after his long stay in our "stuffed animal hospital" (the top of the dryer, where they go when they've been torn or shredded). Dad sewed four animals that day, also returning snail, beaver, and bear to the flock. It's like having all new toys again!

Kitty

Simone checks out a kitty unsure about the big black dog approaching her on our walk down the street. The cat hissed and swiped at her, but Simone did a good job of staying calm.

Saturday Snooze

I came into the room to find Simone asleep on my new hat. What else could I do after pulling it out from under her head other than put it on her and take a photo? She didn't seem to mind!

Saying Hi

Simone stops for a quick morning visit with Tammy before heading to the park.

Let's Play!

Simone presents her rope toy in an effort to engage us in a game of tug o' war.

Morning Walk

Simone pauses while on an early morning romp through the wetlands near our house.

Irish Bend Bridge

Simone's patience with our seemingly incessant chores finally paid off for her around 5:30pm today. We took a quick drive down 53rd and parked at the fairgrounds. We walked down the bike path to the old Irish Bend Covered Bridge and back. Simone got a chance to play in the creek and run through the tall grass before heading back home.

Doing Dishes

Simone helps with breakfast dishes by licking a spoon clean.