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Friday, June 12, 2015

See Beautiful

I love springtime. The world is bursting with new life, and it's so beautiful. The other day, as I coasted down a hill in a remote part of the forest, a mother grouse flew off the ground. She'd been sitting with her babies. How many do you see here? Their camouflage is sublime. I departed quickly so I wouldn't upset family life. The chicks were so young that they just froze when I was nearby.
I was glad that Shyla wasn't with me when I saw the grouse chicks (4 in this photo and 6 in total) so I could enjoy taking a quick peek at them without worrying about her hurting htem. However, she and I have had some gorgeous mountain bike rides recently.

Today, we rode through a meadow so full of wildflowers that it smelled sweet.
She ran with power and grace, enjoying a cool morning outing.
Sharing this springtime with Shyla is so special. Last spring, she and I were going through a tumultuous phase. She was testing the limits of acceptable behavior, and I was getting frustrated with her daily challenges to the rules. Now, we've found that sweet spot, where she's nicely attentive to me but has earned a little freedom on our daily rides.
I'll admit that K was a hard dog to follow. But, Shyla's sweet soul has shined, making me happier than I thought that I'd ever be again after K died.

Knowing how fleeting a dog's life is, I am reminded to stop and enjoy the beauty of each moment.

Thanks to Sugar for hosting this blog hop.
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23 comments:

  1. TexWisGirlJune 12, 2015 at 7:16 PM

    those chicks are adorable!

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  2. Mary HoneJune 12, 2015 at 7:24 PM

    Those chicks are so cute. And I can just smell those flowers. Thanks for the info on my mystery flower too!

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  3. GOOSEJune 12, 2015 at 7:24 PM

    Very good camouflage. Took a second to see the two to the left in the photo. Beautiful indeed.
    Blessings,
    Michelle

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  4. Angels Amber and Max DaWeenie and MomJune 12, 2015 at 7:32 PM

    Wow...those babies sure do know how to hide! Shyla shines as usual!

    ;)

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  5. NCmountainwomanJune 12, 2015 at 8:08 PM

    Had to look closely to find those other two chicks. Loved Shyla in the flowering meadow.

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  6. rottroverJune 12, 2015 at 8:22 PM

    So beautiful...And such an interesting journey "learning" a new dog...

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  7. Jackie BouchardJune 12, 2015 at 9:24 PM

    There's definitely a bit of an adjustment period I guess you'd call it with a new dog after the loss of a heart dog. She is one lucky dog to have you! Beautiful pictures, and those chicks are so well hidden - I could only pick out 3! (The bear pics from the last post are amazing.)

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  8. Golden Woofs! SUGARJune 12, 2015 at 9:45 PM

    Lovely capture especially you guys are also having strange weather. Happy Seeing Beauty. Golden Woofs

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  9. AnonymousJune 12, 2015 at 9:47 PM

    Love those pix of Shyla in the field.

    I keep reminding myself that nothing last forever, not us, not our furniture, not our computers, not our cars... and worst of all, not our dogs. They're family.

    Each dog is different and we love them deeply tho differently. That's the best part of having many in our lives. It teaches us different kinds of love. We should be so lucky to go to our graves loving so many different beings in different ways. :)

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  10. zoepheedogsJune 13, 2015 at 12:47 AM

    Shyla is so beautiful!

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  11. Bella Roxy & MacduiJune 13, 2015 at 3:03 AM

    What a difference a year makes. You can both just enjoy your time together.

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  12. DukeJune 13, 2015 at 3:52 AM

    The chicks are sure camouflaged well. We had to really look to find 4! What beautiful shots of you running through the meadow, Shyla!

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  13. easyweimaranerJune 13, 2015 at 4:58 AM

    I'm with you... every moment is as precious like a diamond... and every moment is a beautiful moment when we have our furry friends on our side :o)
    easy rider

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  14. Brian's Home BlogJune 13, 2015 at 6:41 AM

    Those itty bitties are as cute as can be.

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  15. UnknownJune 13, 2015 at 6:53 AM

    Amazing camo, I really had to look to find all four chicks! Shyla is so filled with joy. It's a pleasure to see her on her romps.

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  16. QuinnJune 13, 2015 at 7:14 AM

    I'm so happy for you and Shyla :)

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  17. Two French BulldogsJune 13, 2015 at 7:22 AM

    It looks like some buddy else is enjoying springtime too
    Lily & Edward

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  18. Idaho PugRanchJune 13, 2015 at 11:01 AM

    I had to go back and look again - great camoflauge
    hugs
    Mr bailey, Hazel & Mabel

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  19. FANCY the Red Standard PoodleJune 13, 2015 at 11:13 AM

    Hi Y'all!

    Once more a day to make a smile!

    Y'all come on by,
    Hawk aka BrownDog

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  20. RubyJune 13, 2015 at 12:27 PM

    Awwwwwwwwe! Baby chickies!!! they are adorables! And those wildflowers are just amazin'!!! I am so jealous Shyla! You gets to run in the most FABulous places!!
    Kisses,
    Ruby ♥

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  21. Millie and WalterJune 13, 2015 at 7:49 PM

    What a precious moment with those chicks. We love seeing all the baby birds around our yard.

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  22. JoeJune 14, 2015 at 2:41 PM

    Love the grouse chicks.

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  23. Tweedles -- that's meJune 14, 2015 at 7:35 PM

    I would like to have a "little of KB" sprinkled on my soul.
    You keep going even though we know you hurt,,,
    and we love that about you,,, Mother Earth fuels with her love,,,
    and your able to see all the beauty,,, like the wild flowers. in the meadows,,, and how far you have come with Shyla,,,,
    and we just need some of "you " to sprinkle on us,, maybe in the next rain shower we have.
    thank you for sharing the beauty.
    love
    tweedles

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