Abbey's Arrival on December 5, 2009

Harold and I drove to San Antonio Airport to pick up our new puppy.  She is an English Creme Golden Retriever from North Star Goldens and was born October 7, 2009.  We had only seen pictures posted on the breeder's website, so we were really anxious to see her.  We first saw her as she was rolled on a cart still in her kennel.  She was just sitting there as if she knew just what was going on.  Both Harold and I were as excited as any new "parent" to see our new baby!

Happiness is a warm puppy!

Bay View, Michigan

Natalie and I drove from Houston to Bay View, Michigan in two and one-half days.  It was a long drive but I'll always cherish the time that I have with Natalie.  It was really my first chance to get to know my mother-in-law - okay, she was a captive audience!  On our first day, we ate lunch overlooking the Bay.  Even in July, it was cold and windy!  We had a horrible waiter.  He spilled water on my head!

Leslie, my sister-in-law and I went riding our bicycles on a trail alongside the Bay.  It was a beautiful day!

View from bike trail

Shopping!

Bruiser & Sebastian getting ready for their daily walk!  Actually, Sebastian is so fat that Leslie has to carry him on the walk.  They are the cutest chihuahuas with lots of personality, especially Bruiser!