Puppy Play Date

Good morning,

Today's series of images was taken in our driveway during a puppy play date.

Our friend Erica's dog Teddy was here to play with our Wendy.

Erica shows her dogs as do we so it is important that they be socialized to enjoy being with other dogs.

 When Teddy was just a pup he visited with us a couple of days a week while his Mommy went to work.

 Teddy and our pups see each other at dog shows, too, and each is accumulating titles.

 But, it's so nice to have some play time to play keep away with a good friend.

 They are good friends for life.

:),
Lois

Lab Blanket

Good morning,

I saw this blanket displayed at a recent dog show.

Of course, most of you know I'm partial to Labrador Retrievers.  This blanket is just gorgeous.  It wasn't for sale, just being displayed, or it would probably be in my house by now.

;),
Lois

Yummy Foods for Carol's Birthday Dinner

Good morning,

It's time for pictures of food again.  ;)

These are some of the items we made for Aunt Carol's birthday dinner last month. 

Above is bread I made...

...and these are mushroom appetizers that Catherine made.

Catherine also broiled salmon...

...and prepared brussel spouts on the stalk.  The sprouts were delicious made with real maple syrup.

And, of course, a crunchy, fresh salad made the meal complete.

Ah, yes, it is great to be home cooking in our own kitchen with family once again.

;),
Lois

Aboard Allure of the Seas

Good morning,

These are our friends Russell and Martha Hooker with Captain Tore Grimstad and another office aboard Allure of the Seas.

Captain Tore sailed with us aboard Freedom of the Seas a few years ago. 

Thanks for the image, Martha and Russell!

Lois

Crown Loft Suite - Allure of the Seas

Good morning,

Today's images of the Crown Loft Suite aboard Allure of the Seas are sent to us courtesy of Martha and Russell Hooker.

This suite includes an elevator inside the suite. 

And, of course, there are also conventional stairs.  ;)

This suite has large living areas with huge windows to enjoy the sea outside.

Multiple bathrooms are handicap accessible.

 Elevator controls.

 Notice the art work at the top of the stairs.

 Gorgeous, just gorgeous!  Beyond the curtains beside the bed is a balcony and the sea.

 The suite was decorated by the housekeeping staff for Martha's birthday.

 Beautiful!

Thank you, Martha and Russell, for sharing images of this gorgeous suite aboard Allure of the Seas.

 Lois

Approaching Crown Bay, St. Thomas, U.S.V.I.

Good morning,

It's time for a  picture from the Caribbean again.  ;)

This is the approach to Crown Bay, St. Thomas, U.S.V.I.

The picture was sent to us by Martha and Russell Hooker.

Gorgeous!  Thank you!

Lois

Wood Carving Gift

Good morning,

This lovely carving was made by our cabin attendant aboard Freedom of the Seas.  We were fortunate to have the same wonderful attendant for two ten week tours on board.  We got to know him and hear about his family. 

When my husband was getting close to retirement, our cabin attendant arranged for a friend from his home town in Indonesia to bring this carving on board in time to give it to my husband as a retirement gift.  It is now displayed prominently in our home.

 Will will miss our sea family, but have so many wonderful memories.

Thank you, Iwan.

Lois