Trip to Zambales (Part 1)

Last weekend, I went to the beach with my mom, lolo (grandpa), lola (grandma), aunt and uncle. We estimated that the car ride will last at least 5 hours so we left at the break of dawn. The sun was just rising, its light reflecting on my eyes, when my mom took this photo.

We passed by the Candaba swamp, where migratory birds can be found. Those white dots are birds. They were too fast for my mom to capture a clearer shot.

We passed by mountain ranges...

fields...

and farmlands.

After a few hours, we stopped by the Subic Bay area to buy burgers and fries. I met a Labrador puppy named Smart. We played for a few minutes but we had to go off again.

A few hours later, I was getting restless. I was seated at the back with my mom with a special seatbelt so I wouldn't move around much. I was getting bored and kept looking at the back to see the cars behind us.

Mommm!!! Are we there yet?!

When we got to Zambales, we saw half-buried houses and rivers swallowed by Lahar (ashes mixed with rainwater) from the volcanic eruption of Mt. Pinatubo in 1990.

After 5 and 1/2 hours, we finally arrived at our destination.

Counting my blessings

This is a late Thanksgiving post because we have been quite busy the past few days. But, I believe we should use each and every moment to be thankful for the blessings we receive.

First, I am blessed with a good home. I am fortunate to live with my family who are just very happy to spoil me. Thankful for a mom who looks forward to spending time with me and is very happy to be at the receiving end of my doggy kisses.

Second, I am healthy, and happy that I got through my neutering procedure. (whew!) I have a special condition called Cryptoorchidism, which will put me at a higher risk of testicular cancer had I not been neutered.

Third, I am happy to have stumbled upon this dog-loving community known as DWB which makes it easier for me to connect with my pals from all over the world. I love reading your posts and learning about how you enrich the lives of your families.

We got this award from Siku, who thanked me for being a special blessing. Thank you Siku for being a blessing too. I enjoy reading about your daily adventures with your mom and dad. We should be thankful that we have very nice parents who care for us.

Now, I would like to pass this award to my friends:

1. Aki and Poopie

2. The Secretary, Jappy, Trudis, Moymoy, Scarlet

3. The Piappies

4. Sally Ann and Mack

5. Sumo, the dog who blogs in Filipino

Help Scarlet fulfill her dream

Scarlet, a labrador, hurt her toe because it was caught in the slats of her cage. By the time she was brought to the Greenwoods Pet Clinic, run by the Animal Doctor and his wife - the Secretary, she already lost control of her two hind legs and her muscles had already athropied. Her parents were not able to take care of a special needs dog so the Animal Doctor and the Secretary decided to adopt her.

Please help my friend, Scarlet, get her dream wheelchair so she can move around and play with her brothers and sisters.

A full quad cart costs between 800 - 1,200 US $, exclusive of shipping costs. As of now, she is only $158.94 away from getting her wheel chair. Scarlet's only wish for Christmas is a wheel chair, lets help make her dream come true.

Kindl visit the Animal Doctor's blog for more information about Scarlet.

Something to be thankful for...

We're off to the beach tomorrow. Yay! I hope the waves are not to scary and the resort dogs will like me. My mom packed my things earlier. I supervised, of course. I made sure she brought enough treats and toys to keep me busy for the loooonngg car ride (4 - 5 hours!)

Will post pictures next. I hope everyone enjoy their weekend. Ciao!

Farewell to a friend

Hana, my dear Eskie friend, passed away unexpectedly because of an aggressive form of cancer. She was only nine years old.

This is my favorite picture of her wearing the butterfly wings that Siku Marie sent her. She looked so pretty wearing it, a cross between a butterfly and an Eskie - a Buttereskie! This is how I would like to remember her- fluttering around while wearing her butterfly wings.

I will miss you dear Hana. You were very nice to me and helped introduce me to your other dog-blogging friends. You also left me messages and gave me healing vibes when I was sick.

My mommy cried at the news of your passing. We never met you in person but we feel we already know you. We feel sad for your mom and dad. They must be devastated at the lost of their beautiful girl. Though we are heartbroken because you already crossed the rainbow bridge, we know we will see you in time.

Wear your butterfly wings and run free, dear Hana. We will miss you so much.