Happy Holloween!

Please don't mention this costume choice to Hudson until he thins out a bit.

Keeping the hat on was quite a challenge.
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Zoe still gets to have fun once in awhile

Zoe the dog's life has changed significantly since our child-free days in Colorado. Her life used to consist of two outdoor exercise sessions a day, often with a spectacular view of the beautiful Flatirons in Boulder (I like to think that dogs appreciate good scenery). Winter weekends were spent chasing other dogs around in several feet of snow at a ski resort parking lot while summer weekends were spent hiking and swimming in the mountains. She has adjusted well to her new role as big sister but Becky and I often feel badly about the fact that she gets much less attention and exercise than she used to.

This morning, Zoe and I had the chance to go for a hike at Catoctin Mountain Park about an hour from our house. I think we both appreciate days like today more than ever.




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Larrilland Farms - 2011

It's a fun realization that we are starting annual family traditions. This is our 2nd year taking Hudson to Larrilland Farms to enjoy fresh apple fritters and hot cider. One of these years we'll actually make it out into the orchard to pick the apples, but this time we just stayed near the barn. Hudson had a blast walking along the fences and watching the goats. It was a bit muddy, but he didn't seem to mind. We are thankful for the beautiful fall weather and tasty treats!