In the heart of the city

October 4, 2015October 4, 2015 ~ Beth ~ 3 Comments

Saint Joseph's Church sits serenely in the heart of San Antonio, Texas, surrounded by River Center Mall. The building was built in 1868; the steeple was added in 1898. It is often referred to by long-time residents as "St. Joske's" because the Joske's department store surrounded it in 1945 after the Church refused to sell … Continue reading In the heart of the city

Wednesday 09.30.2015

September 30, 2015September 30, 2015 ~ Beth ~ Leave a comment

Sawyer was not too happy about being put in the crate in the back of the car for the ride home from Enchanted Rock, can you tell by this picture? We had all doors open while I arranged the ice chest and food stuff. He was standing by one of the back doors about to … Continue reading Wednesday 09.30.2015

Enchanted Rock, second attempt

September 28, 2015September 28, 2015 ~ Beth ~ 2 Comments

In January 2012 we had attempted to climb Enchanted Rock (click here for the original post ) and made it the edge of the summit before the wind drove us down again. Yesterday we attempted the climb again and this time made it all the way to the summit! The temperature was just reaching into the 80's … Continue reading Enchanted Rock, second attempt

Wednesday 09.23.2015

September 23, 2015September 27, 2015 ~ Beth ~ Leave a comment

On my recent fast trip to Jackson I spent a little time on the grounds of the New Capitol (yes, folks still refer to it as the "New" Capitol even though it is over 100 years old). This is the figurehead from the second USS Mississippi (Battleship #23). The keel was laid down in 1904 and … Continue reading Wednesday 09.23.2015

Peace Be With You

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Wednesday 09.16.2015

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Jackson Dog Show, Day 3

September 13, 2015 ~ Beth ~ 6 Comments

Saturday has been a big day for us! In the morning show Bentley took Reserve Winners Dog, beating another dog to do so. During the afternoon we showed in the Mississippi Dachshund Club Specialty Show. Bentley blew me away this time when he took Winners Dog! The dog he beat was handled by a man … Continue reading Jackson Dog Show, Day 3

Jackson Dog Show – Day 2

September 12, 2015 ~ Beth ~ 2 Comments

Our day started early at the dog show. I was still in the hallway outside when the welcoming announcements were made and everyone was asked to observe a moment of silence in honor of the heroes of the 9/11 attacks. While the National Anthem played I rubbed Bentley's ears and silently gave thanks to God … Continue reading Jackson Dog Show – Day 2

Jackson Dog Show, Day 1

September 11, 2015September 11, 2015 ~ Beth ~ 2 Comments

Bentley and I saddled up early this morning, dropped the other yappers off and after a quick trip back home to reconfigure the load (drop off the extra crate and load suitcase and dog supplies) we were on the road. Our primary reason is to do the dog show going on in Jackson, Mississippi. But, … Continue reading Jackson Dog Show, Day 1

September 9, 2015September 9, 2015 ~ Beth ~ Leave a comment

My house is full of surprises, although finding Mitzie in the spring wreath I took off the door and laid on the table was pretty much expected! She was not pleased when I interrupted her nap to make this picture!