August 26th is National Dog Day. . . But if you’re a dog owner, every day is paws for celebration! National Dog Day was founded in 2004 by Pet & Family Lifestyle Expert and Animal Advocate, Colleen Paige. It’s celebrated August 26th every year to encourage dog ownership of all breeds, mixed and pure, and…
Happy Weekend! I hope you’re finding ways to stay cool and beat the summer heat! We escaped to the NC mountains for a Blue Ridge getaway several weeks ago. The High Country of North Carolina is a short two hour drive, making it a frequent getaway to enjoy the fresh mountain air with its change…
Happy Friday, We’re celebrating the Dog Days of Summer! 🐾🐾 The dog days of summer are associated with hottest, most uncomfortable part of summer in the Northern Hemisphere. These hot, sultry days of summer are historically marked by the period following the heliacal rising of the Dog Star, Sirius. Greek and Roman astrology connected Sirius…
Happy Weekend! We had an interesting bird experience recently. My husband came inside one evening and said, “you’ve got to come see this, this bird is stalking me. . .” This fledgling was hopping around my hubby and chirping loudly as a baby bird would do in the nest, begging for food from his mother.…
Happy Friday! Meet Lola’s new sister, Sophie! We brought her home a week ago~ she’s 12 weeks old today. We’re a two-dog household again and Lola is thrilled to have a new toy to play with. ;) Sophie is sweet, smart and teaching Lola a few new tricks! 🐾🐾 She’s 6.4 lbs. as of her…
Happy August from Lola! Here’s a little weekend waterview. . . It’s been hot & muggy with pop up storms this week. I pulled together some blue waterviews and photos taken over the last couple of weeks from our boating excursions. We avoid the heat of the day, boating in the early morning hours or…
Happy Weekend, I hope you had a great 4th and are enjoying this holiday week! It’s been hot and steamy here!! We’ve been indoors in the comfort of the AC for most of this week, but did venture out some for an early morning boat ride and breakfast cruise on the 4th. Lola says kibble…
Lola’s stopping by to wish you a Independence Day . . . And wearing a sparkly USA headband to celebrate the red, white and blue! I always get questions and emails about how I get her to pose for photos wearing something on her head. The secret is lots of treats! 🐾 We like these…
Create an easy patriotic flower arrangement to celebrate the Red, White and Blue! Post includes includes flower arrangement longevity tips and additional floral inspiration. This post may contain affiliate links. For more information see my disclosure policy. Happy Monday! I’m celebrating the Red, White & Blue with Independence Day quickly approaching. . . And joining…
Happy Sunday! Here’s a little weekend waterview. . .our flags were flying for National Flag Week and in commemoration of Flag Day. When it rains, it pours! After three weeks of no rain and 90+ degree temps, Lake Norman is full again, along with the other lakes along the Catawba River Basin, which extends to…