Friday was a totally miserable day. It was a mixture of freezing and non-freezing rain. Not fun to walk in at all, dangerous, to boot! Sorry Zeke, no walk for us at this time! That said, there may be potential for great photos, icy branches and all, we’ll just have to wait and see! By the time I decided to take the time to write this, I can confirm that nay, nary a frozen branch in site…
Soooo, I figured I’d share with you some of the shots I took on Monday and Tuesday’s walks. Monday was a ped(agogical) day for the boys so everything kind of slows down and schedules go out the door – no alarm clock and all (yay!). I almost didn’t make it out there but then decided it would do me some good, get me out of the blahs…
Plus! I had my new toy to play with:
Canon Rebel EOS & extra lens
… and a Zeke-meister waiting for me to get dressed!
Waiting patiently
So, where to go to try out this new camera? (By the way, I’m still at the point that I’m choosing automatic settings. Will be playing with manual settings when I get a tad more familiar with my camera.) We decided on the field in the industrial area as it was quite late in the day – almost 4:00 pm and the light would soon be nil and frankly, I didn’t feel like the Teletubbie Park plus the River park was just too far. Off we went. As usual, there were sticks to be found and tossed and I attempted to catch this silly dog’s movements! He hops up and down until he finally gets to the stick; then he pounces on it as if it were something live that could get away! Sometimes he pounces so hard, he pushes the stick so far in he can’t find it! Kills me every time!
Along our way, we hit the same cattails and various other flora…
Zeke is usually good at keeping himself occupied whilst I amuse myself! Wonder what he was looking for?
You can’t see me
I turned up and saw my lovely beast looking so regal and gorgeous. Couldn’t decide on one of the pics, so you get both!
As we made our way back, I finally got Zeke to run towards me (too bad the sun was pretty much gone at this point! Look at his absolutely silly face!
The next day was grey and beyond blah. I just couldn’t drag myself outside no matter how much Zeke begged… Then, after lunchtime, the snowflakes came!
So, as per usual, he waits…
Waiting in the snow
This time we do go to our Teletubbie park! I found myself singing Christmas songs for heaven’s sakes! Well, can you blame me? With these big fluffy snowflakes falling like they were?
I then attempted a second time to catch Zekie-Poo running…. definitely going to have to examine what this camera can do!!!
And finally, I just sat down in the snow and let him meander about. Next thing I know, I’m singing to myself….
I’m the king of the castle…. and you’re the dirty rascal!
I’m the king of the castle…
The photos show that you had lots of fun with the new toy. And Zeke enjoyed the snow; Ms Sierra wished she could be there with him!
Zeke would have loved some four-legged company, to be sure! I did… and the next day and the day after that… and today… 😉 I fear I shall become quite the pain in the butt!
That is the advantage of the digital era, there is no such thing anymore of taking too many pictures.
Indeed! Can you imagine? I used to take as many with FILM!!! I don’t even want to try to figure out how much I’ve spent over the years!!!
You just make me smile all over.
Zeke makes me laugh…
Zeke with snow on his face makes me spit coffee….the memories of having my dog, Babe…nice.
I am happy to make you smile.
He is something else, that Zeke.
Oh no! Not on your screen again? So sorry… can’t guarantee it won’t happen again, however….
Looks like you had a great time and I suspect you’re going to have a LOT of fun with that camera! From this post I’m guessing you’re going to get very good at taking action shots :).
You may be right about that! I know I’m going to have fun trying!
Hooray! A Zeke-packed post! Glad you’re having a good time with your new toy, Dale! Enjoy!!!
Yep! I am indeed… and must keep Zeke’s fans happy!!!
I expect that soon Zeke will have his own Twitter account and Facebook page?
Oh hell no! That said, I kinda wish “Marley and Me” didn’t already exist… we coulda become famous, Zeke and I! Mind you, he doesn’t get into trouble so…
Great job Dale
😀
I love the “Who me?” shot with the snow on his nose! So adorable. Have fun with your new toy!! I have the same camera 🙂
Isn’t he though? Thanks – it seems a popular cameta!
Hey Dale and thanks for sharing with us what looked to be a most awesome day!! 🙂
Zeke sure had a lot of fun as did you. The photos look great as well and I think you’re new toy is going to provide years of fun for both you and your readers!!! I look forward to many more photos of running dogs and great food shots!
Take care and my best to all.
Lyle
Thank you! They are mostly awesome days when I walk Zeke. He gets me off my butt and out there, you know? ‘Coz frankly, some days are soooo hard! (To get off my butt, that is!)
Speaking of food… a new post will be coming very soon at http://www.dalesdelectables.org so stay tuned!
Have a splendiferous day, mon ami!
Dale, I didn’t realize you had two different blogs! I thought you were in the process of redesigning, so I just thought it was one blog in the works. Good to know!
Yes Ma’am… but I wasn’t publicizing the DalesDelectables one until I was more Advanced. It is starting to come together – finally. The problem lay between the keyboard and the chair, if you know what I mean! I am not the most techy savy one out there so I had many bugs. Finally flushed the theme I had paid for as I just could not make it work and started anew. Would really appreciate you taking a look and giving me your feedback so far…
What a lovely blog Dale. Your photos are wonderful. I loved the one of Zeke burying his nose in the snow. Good luck with your new camera.
Thanks Nancy! I’m really enjoying it and Zeke loves his walks which give me great photo ops (and get me off my butt!)