The Aquarium

So we were going through some old pictures and realized we never posted about our trip to the aquarium. We made the visit back in June - so her hair is a lot longer now. Why is it that time goes by so fast - and that it takes us forever to get our blog updated?

We all had a good time. It was so fun to see her reaction to the fish. There is an open tank where you can touch a stingray and other fish. At first she was a little apprehensive but the second and third time she couldn't get enough. Isn't that the way we all are. Only it seems she leaves kicking and screaming for more. At least she's having a good time.

Remembering Osa

Today was a day of great sadness. Our most wonderful chocolate lab of 13 years was laid to rest. We remember the day we picked her up. It was in December, she was the last female of the litter, and the chunkiest. That is how she got her name. Osa means Bear in Spanish. When she walked, her behind waddled like a little bear cub. She was an amazing dog. So good to everyone and wanted nothing but to be loved and petted. She liked being where the people were. She would play fetch, go for walks, swim in the pond, try to keep up with Jake, sit on her rug by the fire. When we brought Angela home she was so excited to see her and get to know her. Whenever Angela played outside, Osa would be there with her. They would lay in the grass together. Osa would sit under Angela's slide while she played.

Osa loved Blake. She would be right by his side wherever he was. She would walk with him as he mowed the lawn, play in the pond as his fished, go on hikes in the canyon, and just be by him. Blake also loved Osa. After 13 years of friendship it is hard to see it end.

Swimming with Angela

peering through the window

Rolling in the mud

hunting

Playing with Angela and Jake