The photo pickins are slim this week due to the low light conditions of our gloomy weather. We take Wally and LuLu out for fun and exercise during a break in the weather, but slow shutter speeds + moving puppies = blurry photos. I did the best I could, though, to capture the kids enjoying themselves and looking cute.
This first photo shows my little family in what we call “the pile”. It’s an area off the edge of the yard where we throw garden trimmings and leaves. My husband rakes it out flat and tidy, and it’s always covered with a cushy carpet of leaves. Wally and LuLu love it. We never throw anything on the pile without Wally getting there first to catch it. He’s pretty good at it, too. LuLu’s still in the learning stages. She doesn’t know why Rich sometimes throws a handful of leaves in her face, but she thinks it’s great fun and she’ll catch on eventually.
Here’s Wally, all smiling and bright eyed. You can just barely see LuLu’s rump in this photo, but notice their tails are both a wagging blur. So happy! Life is good!
Wally finally has someone who enjoys his pool as much as he does. His tongue’s hanging a bit after a vigorous ball chasing session. LuLu will fetch, also, but mostly Wally chases the ball and LuLu chases Wally. We put just enough water in the pool for a cool down. Again, LuLu’s a little blurry. She goes all goofy puppy when there’s water in the pool.
Finally, this is what I hoped for more than anything when we brought LuLu home – love and companionship for both of them as well as for us. It couldn’t have worked out better!
Happy new year to all!
Wonderful pictures Leslie and now with Lulu, it looks like your family is complete, or is it? Like the saying goes, "there's always room for one more!" I don't think the dogs could have found a more loving home.
Happy New Year!
Posted by: Judy Covey | 12/31/2011 at 12:40 AM
Once again you have shared a little part of your life with us! I love these weekly pictures and look forward to Saturdays...can you tell I'm an animal lover?
Posted by: Glenda | 12/31/2011 at 01:32 AM
I love your dogs! Thank you for sharing them with everyone!
Posted by: Tonya Kennedy | 12/31/2011 at 04:30 AM
A Happy New Year to you! Love the pictures - I thought
they all turned out well! My very favorite is the last
picture - they have bonded and it's so precious to see
them laying together!! Thanks again for sharing.
Posted by: Joanna McDonald | 12/31/2011 at 05:05 AM
I look forward to Saturdays and pictures of your furry friends. Thanks for sharing .
Posted by: Cindy | 12/31/2011 at 05:06 AM
Golden love, absolutely nothing in the world like it! Wishing you and your family a healthy and prosperous 2012!
Posted by: Tammy Hair | 12/31/2011 at 05:25 AM
Love that last photo-very peaceful! Happy New Year.
Posted by: Bev J. | 12/31/2011 at 05:26 AM
I love your cards - I have saved pictures of so many of them for inspiration because they are so beautifully done - but I sure do look forward to the Wally and LuLu posts as well. My, she is growing and so, so cute. Sounds like you have the perfect set-up. Thanks for sharing and Happy New Year!
Posted by: Karen W. | 12/31/2011 at 06:38 AM
Love the Wally and LuLu posts even more than the cards. Goldens are great, my brother used to raise them and still has 3 or is it 4? (but we love our Bernese Mountain Dog and rescue - Border Collie/German Shepherd) LuLu is sure growing up fast and getting a 2nd dog is always good for them, after all they are pack animals and they love the human and canine packs equally. Keep the pics coming.
Posted by: Betty | 12/31/2011 at 07:10 AM
Once again - awesome pictures, Leslie! It's so fun to see them. I'll say it again - they are two lucky dogs, for sure!!
Posted by: Lynette | 12/31/2011 at 07:18 AM
Great photos, Leslie! The last one is the clincher. Life is good, indeed. Wally is so handsome, and he has such a beautiful shiny golden coat. He's the picture of canine happiness. Happy New Year! Linda
Posted by: Linda Bullard | 12/31/2011 at 07:34 AM
Leslie these two always bring a smile and an awwwwww, to me each Saturday. Thanks for focusing on them once a week. Your bring sunshine into my Saturday!
Posted by: bensarmom | 12/31/2011 at 07:35 AM
OH so cute. They sure look like great companions...isn't it great!
Jan Marie
Posted by: Jan Marie | 12/31/2011 at 07:37 AM
Leslie... you're killin' me! I am crying these pics are so cute. Look at Wally with his head on his sister, protecting her. It warms my heart. Not that I don't LOVE your projects...I do, but these 2 are the real joys.! Thanks so much for sharing your home with us and for inspiring us as well. May 2012 be a great year for you and your family. Happy New Year...stay healthy and safe! See you soon! :-) Hugs
Posted by: Bobbi Miller | 12/31/2011 at 08:01 AM
Thanks Leslie. It is so good to know that there is a corner of the world in which everything is all right. Love how you love your dogs.
Posted by: Nimue | 12/31/2011 at 08:33 AM
They look so sweet together... Happy New Year!
Posted by: conniecrafter | 12/31/2011 at 08:53 AM
Wally and Lulu are both beautiful dogs. I can't believe how quickly Lulu is growing. TFS
Posted by: Jean S | 12/31/2011 at 09:18 AM
Pure joy! Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful family photos. They, together with your delightful commentaries have endeared the whole gang to us. Also, I want to thank you for sharing your gorgeous cards with us. I am blessed to have found your blog. Wishing you all the happiest, healthiest 2012!
Posted by: Francie (Montreal) | 12/31/2011 at 09:44 AM
Ahhh so adogable! I love the pictures of Wally and Lulu. Our 2 Huskies don't cuddle together very often but when they do, ahhh.
Ter ;)
Posted by: Terri | 12/31/2011 at 10:22 AM
Love your "Wally and LuLu Saturdays". Don't stop!
They are just so cute together. The last photo of
"big brother" protecting "little sister" is just
precious. Happy New Year to you, Rich, Wally and
LuLu. May it be one of many blessings for all!
Posted by: Sherry in MI | 12/31/2011 at 10:43 AM
Yes please don't stop Saturdays with Wally and LuLu. What wonderful little friends you have! One has truly never lived until they have experienced the love and companionship of our dogs! And your last picture today......well it brought tears to my eyes! Thanks for sharing. Happy new year!
Posted by: Paula | 12/31/2011 at 11:03 AM
Love the Wally and LuLu Sat. pictures! These puppies are precious! Happy New Year's to you and yours!
Posted by: Marilyn Valadez | 12/31/2011 at 11:47 AM
i always love seeing the pictures of your pups! they are so beautiful and happy.
i read your posts in my email so don't usually comment but i want to say i enjoy all your posts and thank you for your inspiration.
happy new year to you and yours!
sandyh
Posted by: sandyh | 12/31/2011 at 12:07 PM
Priceless Leslei!!! Happy New Year to you and yours!
Posted by: velta | 12/31/2011 at 12:17 PM
Love reading the posts about Wally and LuLu! These pictures are awesome and even without the commentary you can tell how much they love what they are doing and who they are with. Thanks for sharing. Vickie
Posted by: Okienurse | 12/31/2011 at 12:44 PM
As always, I love the Saturday pictures of your kids. Thanks so much for taking the time to share. I hope you and your family have a wonderful 2012! Thanks for all your inspiration in it's many forms!
Posted by: Anne | 12/31/2011 at 12:48 PM
What a happy way to end 2011. May many blessings come your way for what you share with us on your website. As I have said before, you are an inspiration to all of us! Happy New Year!
Posted by: Marian | 12/31/2011 at 01:51 PM
Talk about a picture of contentment...that's exactly what the last photo captures. Thanks, Leslie for sharing your time, talents and most especially your furry family with all of us. I know my world is a bit better having discovered your wonderful blog. Best wishes to you & yours in 2012.
Posted by: Janet T. | 12/31/2011 at 02:24 PM
Thanks for my Saturday "fix"...I really love to see what they have been up to. I can really see how much LuLu has grown in the past few weeks! HAPPY NEW YEAR!!
Posted by: Sherri Dean | 12/31/2011 at 04:35 PM
There's really not too many things in life better than "fur kids".
Posted by: bonnie weiss | 12/31/2011 at 05:59 PM
Beautiful pictures of the 'kids'. I love that you post about them, I love seeing pics. Lulu is growing up so fast. The last picture of them is so adorable.
Posted by: Pauline | 12/31/2011 at 06:22 PM
Aaaawwww, I just love the photos you take of Wally and Lulu. They are just so happy and so loved...not only by you and Rich....the world over. lol
All the very best for the New Year and may it by a happy one.
Posted by: Leigh | 12/31/2011 at 06:48 PM
Happy New Year! The last picture just melted my heart! They are both darling dogs, especially with each other. Thanks for sharing the pictures and all your experiences. Hope Lulu's health is okay.
Shirley L.
Roseville, CA
Posted by: Shirley L. | 12/31/2011 at 06:58 PM
Ah...such sweeties and already best friends :-) TFS the kids and another year of sharing your awesome creativity. Happy New Year to you, Rich and the kids. nancy and denny
Posted by: nancy littrell | 12/31/2011 at 07:34 PM
Awwwwww so heartwarming! Happy New Year Leslie!
Posted by: Linda Carson | 12/31/2011 at 08:36 PM
Such sweet pics of the pooches, Leslie. :) They make me smile, and I don't even know them, so I can only imagine how they melt *your* heart. :) Thanks so much for sharing these!
Posted by: Colleen Dietrich | 01/01/2012 at 07:24 AM
I cannot believe how fast Lulu is growing..so bittersweet! Wally sure loves her!
Posted by: Kelley | 01/01/2012 at 09:52 PM
OMGoodness! Wally and Lulu are soo Precious! they look so happy and they are having so much fun! What Wonderful pics Miss Leslie! They just make my heart smile! 8-)
Wishing you and your Wonderful family a Very Happy, Healthy and Prosperous 2012! 8-)
Hugs
Shannon
Posted by: Shannon White | 01/02/2012 at 05:03 PM
I see pure contentment on Wally's face. What a beautiful home for them to play, live, and be loved in. It surely is a dog's life for Wally and Lulu : )
Happy New Year to you and your family!
Posted by: Susie Lessard | 01/12/2012 at 09:02 AM