For all of the happiness associated with our move, the stress of having an endless list of things to do is getting to me. Migraines have been stalking me, and I really hope that I can find an inner zen in the midst of the chaos.
Despite all of the demands, I still get out to see the glorious beauty of autumn every day. Labrador Valley is stunning when it is cloaked in golden leaves. This photo shows a side valley that is lined with towering aspens. Surprisingly, in the middle of the valley, one long-lived Ponderosa Pine tree stands in the middle of the meadow. You can see it through the aspen trunks in this photo. Even though it's not golden at this time of year, that pine captures everyones' attention as they walk up the valley.
Shyla adores Lone Ponderosa Valley too. The ground is soft, almost boggy, which seems to invite her gallop faster and even more happily than usual.
Her happiness is contagious as she howls with happiness about the wonders of autumn. She loves the cool air in the morning (some might call it "cold" because it's below freezing). She still swims in the creek almost every morning even when I worry that her fur might get icicles!
oooh it is the legendary el dorado now... the place indiana jones never found ;O)
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ReplyDeleteUgh, yes, moving home after so long brings all sorts of sorting to do!!! It can take quite a while for things to feel like they own their place in the new surroundings. But then comes the time when you think, really, already that long?! Meanwhile, what and environment to live in... YAM xx
Moving is never easy but when everything is in place and as you like it, it was all worth it.
ReplyDeleteMoving is a huge event for sure. I remember and it took me weeks to get everything where is should be. You'll get there.
ReplyDeleteI so enjoy seeing your neck of the woods and I can tell you moved to the perfect place.
Have a fabulous Thankful Thursday. Scritches to the pups. ♥
Oh, I love that last picture of Shyla! Joyful abandon!
ReplyDeleteWe always love seeing your golden aspens this time of year. Our paws are crossed the the moving will be done soon and those nasty migraines will be gone.
ReplyDeleteThat beautiful Green Tree in the midst of all that gold wow what a s i g h t! To-do list make me crazy because I'm not a person that can forget about them and as long as a list is there I keep trying to do it all at one time. I wish you much luck with the two to do list and that you will get settled in and that list will shrink to nothing.
ReplyDeleteSweet Shyla is beautiful and looks so happy. Your new valley sure is pretty. Thanks for joining our Thankful Thursday Blog Hop!
ReplyDeleteYou got one howling Lab! I told Faith about it, but she says she'll leave the howling to Samson. According to her, he's more closely related to wolves, while she, of course, is much more refined, and finds howling a bit below her. She still wonders why we named an earlier dog Princess and didn't wait for her to get the name.
ReplyDeleteSorry, that had little to do with your gorgeous pictures of the aspen and Shyla. I'm glad your new place is working out so well for you and your family. And the work will not last forever.
ReplyDeleteI didn't realise you were in the middle of a move. Not too far away, I hope! Still, moves are exhausting and so stressful. I wish you all the best, and thank you for the glorious photos, as always!
ReplyDeleteKB sending hugs for you beautiful post in the midst of your move and that dang nagging Magraine.
ReplyDeleteMaybe you all soon be settled.
Amazingly I did not peep during the baking of the c.p. pumpkin bread...my taste buds were set for it so I didn't want to chance messing it up. It is so good
Hugs Cecilia
Ecstasy doggie howl. I love it.
ReplyDeleteTry upping your water you are drinking, you may not be taking care of you as you should.
OMD it's cold there. It was 50 here in the TN Valley this morning, and I dressed in layers and wore a stocking cap, LOL!!
ReplyDeleteLove the photo of Shyla howling! She's such a sweetheart.
ReplyDeleteThe colors are stunning, and I know they won't last very long. Enjoy and good luck with the transition.
The pundits say moving home is the most stressful event in our lives!! No wonder the migraines ahve shown up, but those colours, the names for your valleys already, and colder weather might all be the healing needed. No wonder the doggies love it too, peace, security, safety in a secluded space, and the joy of nature's colours. XXX from a cool a.m. here, almost 6C outside.
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We love seeing Shyla expressing her joy at the beauty all around here. Enjoy - the snow will be here soon:)
ReplyDeleteJust remember to 'eat that elephant one bite at a time" for a more peaceful transition. And enjoy all that beautiful territory.
ReplyDeleteI remember how stressful moving was, and it takes a while to get everything settled! But I know it will be worth it for you, just as it was for us. Hang in there, and I'm glad you and Shyla get to enjoy all that beauty and get a break from that stress!
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I am glad you as so happy in your beautiful new home.
ReplyDeleteSo happy everyone seems to enjoy the new home and area. We swim in water when there is still some ice on it, and it doesn't bother us. We aren't even a swimming breed.
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