Wednesday, October 30, 2024

Just Sophie Today

It's been a while since I did a Sophie post.  Shame on me since she is the light of my life.  Fluff and love and fun.  She keeps me moving and looking for adventure without traveling too far afield.  It's all a thrill to her and I can't tell you how good it is for me as well.

We headed out on a beautiful October day.  Our dunes are edged with scraggly woods and shallow marshes, and they're a wonderful playground for Sophie.  In the first picture we'd just stepped out of the car and she appears to be making an assessment as to which area she should explore first.



Sophie is just shy of 15 months and still very much a puppy.  Depending on their lifestyle Golden Retrievers stay puppies for many years, and I'm sure that will be the case with Sophie as I do like to keep life playful.



On the edge of a marsh we came upon these pretty Asters with beetle... maybe a cucumber beetle, though no cucumbers in sight.



After a good run in the woods and marsh we headed into the dunes.  Guess who loves to dig in the sand?  Yes, and guess who gets to stand in the backyard pool with Sophie to clean her up before she can come in the house.  She's worth it.



A good time was had by all, including Rich who moseyed along the level path while the kid and I ran hither and yon.


Thanks for coming along.  Wishing you a beautiful day!



19 comments:

Sue from Oregon said...

Sophie is just a beauty!

Lynette said...

Thanks for sharing the great pictures of Sophie! So fun. I'm glad you have Sophie to run around with. :-)

Lisa Elton said...

It looks like a good time was had, Leslie! Thanks for sharing your Sophie adventures with us!

Marcia Hill said...

I always get excited when I see Sophie's name in your blog post title...she is just the sweetest pup and I just love following her adventures that you post! Such a sweet, sweet girl...thanks Leslie!! Hugs. :0)

Anonymous said...

Wonderful pics. Such a wonderful pup.

Glenda said...

She has grown into such a beauty! Thanks for sharing your pictures this morning as I love seeing her!

Judy Woodland said...

Oh Sophie, you're such a beauty. Nothing like a Golden, thanks for the smile this morning, my friend!!

Birgit said...

Sophie is such a beautiful girl!!! I love seeing these posts with her being the star of the show. My daughter has an Irish Creme Golden as well. He must be 7 or 8 years old and still just as playful and wiggly as a pup. Your photography skills are amazing my friend, but then, you have good subject matter. ;0)

Bobbi Miller said...

My how Sophie has grown! She's a beauty! I'm sure Wally and Lulu are watching you all and love seeing Sophie enjoy the fun as much as they did. ❤️

Cindy Beach said...

It makes me so happy to picture this outing. Delightful pics, and loving Sophie!

I Card Everyone said...

I love seeing your platinum blonde beauty, Leslie! Sounds like a wonderful day for all!
=]

Anonymous said...

Beautiful dog! Thanks for sharing the pictures. Do it often!

Margaret said...

Sophie is such a beauty. I think she has Wally's face, so sweet. Will her coat darken over the years?

crafty-stamper said...

Love the pics of beautiful Sophie.
Carol x

nancy littrell said...

Oh My....Sophie is so beautiful and filled with so much fun for you and Rich:-) TFS and I can't wait for more of your precious photos, Leslie:-) Love and Big Hugs, dear forever friend:-)

HilaryJane said...

Thanks for sharing this. It is so lovely to see such a happy Sophie and an equally happy Leslie. I am glad you and Rich got out and about a bit xx

Bonnie said...

Sophie is growing but I can still see the puppy there! She's a beauty, even covered in sand! It sounds like a beautiful walk and a fun time!

Conniecrafter said...

It sure does look like she very much enjoys her trips out and about, oh it is too cold here now to be in a pool, LOL! How nice to still have flowers blooming so pretty :). So good to hear that Rich was able to come and watch her play and have fun too!

Pauline said...

Oh my goodness, Sophie is so beautiful. Thank you for sharing pictures of her. Nice to see those beautiful asters as well. Have a wonderful day Leslie!