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Wednesday, March 18, 2020

Sheltering in our Golden Retriever Bubble

Hello, there!  Staying safe and sheltered here on the southern Oregon coast, we stick mostly to our comfortable home and yard/garden where we stay plenty busy, but that doesn't mean we can't also get out for some fresh air and exercise and a friendly visit with the neighbors (at a safe distance).  Today's pictures are from our Monday evening walk.  We ran into one of our favorite four-legged neighbors and her humans.

Here's Rich and -- left to right -- LuLu, Wally, and neighbor Lilo:




Those faces, their smiles, all that fluff... it's hard to not feel happy in their presence.

One of Lilo's humans took the pics with her phone and sent them to me.  The first pic was clear, but the next two were a bit blurry by the time they got to my computer, so I doctored them up with a painterly effect.  Pictured below is me, Rich, and LuLu.  Always when we turn the corner onto our street we let them off the leash and LuLu is very proud to carry hers the rest of the way home.




And then there's Wally:




I have to say I really do love this photo.   Believe it or not, it actually was too out of focus to keep before I went to work on it.

Well, folks, I hope you and your loved ones are okay and will remain so.  If you smiled for even a minute here, then Wally and LuLu would be very happy.  Sending love and hugs to all!


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21 comments:

  1. DianeMarch 18, 2020 at 3:22 AM

    Nothing better then seeing the 'smiling' faces of the goldens!! I's great you have a nice place to take them on walks since we are all home wondering where this all will lead us....anyhow lovely to see them, they are happy~happy babies for sure!! The one of Wally made me laugh out loud, what a character!!

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  2. aussie aNNieMarch 18, 2020 at 5:14 AM

    Gorgeous and dogs do smile, I am convinced..xx

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  3. GlendaMarch 18, 2020 at 6:35 AM

    I too am sheltering in place for a bit. But in all honesty I always do in cold and flue season, so it's all good here. Always great to see Wally and Lulu!

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  4. MargaretMarch 18, 2020 at 6:44 AM

    Your photos are fabulous. I see you are an expert with photoshop as well as with making cards! Nothing much different here in daily life since my schoolwork is already online.

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  5. Bobbi-spapertrail.blogspot.comMarch 18, 2020 at 6:44 AM

    Lovely, beautiful family and neighbors! Thanks for the big smile on my face! Hugs to you all. Be well

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  6. Carol's Ink SpotMarch 18, 2020 at 6:45 AM

    Thank you for sharing your lovely pups with us! Keep well!

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  7. Donna EllisMarch 18, 2020 at 6:58 AM

    Lovely outing and a great way to spend time together. Thanks for sharing! hugs, de

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  8. nancy littrellMarch 18, 2020 at 7:42 AM

    Aaawwww...so sweet..Thank you Leslie for the smiles:-) The natural beauty outside has not been effected by the virus except in a good way...less air pollution. Enjoy your walks. I sure enjoy my walks and Denny his runs:-) Take care, my friends. Hugs..Nancy

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  9. YogiMarch 18, 2020 at 9:35 AM

    oh cute. Nice painterly touch. Keep safe. Have a great day

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  10. Cat CraigMarch 18, 2020 at 9:53 AM

    Being with them certainly would make the world feel alright! Love those faces.

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  11. PaulineMarch 18, 2020 at 9:57 AM

    So happy you shared these today Leslie, I think we can all use a smile during these times! Always love seeing your fur babies. Beautiful photos and some good doctoring up on them! I'm working from home now, so just took a walk around the block just to get outside into some fresh air on my lunch hour. Take care, stay safe, Hugs,

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  12. Nanny's Pansy PatchMarch 18, 2020 at 11:51 AM

    What a nice surprise to see all these happy faces! Great work on photoshop. I happy the weather is nice at least so we can get outside for a change. Got some needed food essentials done. Never saw the store so empty of food. Keep safe!

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  13. ConniecrafterMarch 18, 2020 at 7:07 PM

    Oh they always bring a smile to my face, I bet they were happy to meet up with their friend!! You did a great job fixing those photos, I love that Lulu takes her leash like that :)
    You guys stay safe too!

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  14. Ros CrawfordMarch 19, 2020 at 4:20 AM

    Oh I miss my dogs... Wonderful photos and you are so blessed to be able to live where you can walk your fur babies in lovely places. Enjoy!

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  15. Cindy BeachMarch 19, 2020 at 8:02 AM

    Please tell Wally and Lulu that they brought big smiles to me today. I miss my Josie! Much thanks to you too for posting such wonderful pics.

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  16. crafty-stamperMarch 19, 2020 at 9:49 AM

    Love all the happy pics
    Carol x

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  17. Maria Rodriguez.March 19, 2020 at 11:15 AM

    Leslie, I just love your Goldens and Garden posts, to see those furry babies frolicking around is so fabulous.
    I love how you "doctored" those pictures, they look like oil paintings, how awesome is that feature, I've never heard of it.
    Thank you for always sharing these marvelous pictures of your furry friends.
    XO
    Maria.

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  18. DottyA Cards & ThingsMarch 20, 2020 at 5:45 AM

    Thanks for sharing with us!!! I too Love that last shot of Wally, you did a Lovely job with it!!!
    Still Smiling!

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  19. Stacy MorganMarch 20, 2020 at 1:32 PM

    awww... Now that is a bubble I would love. So sweet and glad you are getting outside with distancing also. ;-)

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  20. laurieMarch 21, 2020 at 6:53 AM

    They are so sweet! What a fun walk.

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  21. CaroleAnnMarch 29, 2020 at 10:33 AM

    Oh, I so enjoyed seeing these photos. The pink leash for Lulu just made me smile. Your furry family is adorable. Nature is a wonderful place to renew your soul too! Such a pretty area you live in. Stay safe and be blessed always! XXOO

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