Introducing Ace

Because none of us really got over the loss of our beloved Buddy, we decided after we got settled here in Texas that we would contact some golden rescues and adopt one who needs a home.  We've been watching for candidates and were contacted last week about a three-year-old who had been picked up three times by the same agency and needed a home.  He's got the sweetest personality and is getting used to affection as his foster doesn't believe he had much human interaction.  We've had him for 24 hours and he's done great.

Our beloved Buddy

Our sweet Buddy went to heaven today to be with his brother Shadow.  He brought so much joy and happiness to our family and it won't be the same without him.  His furry siblings have looked for him all day and it's so lonely without his sweet face.

He has suffered with hip and leg problems for a while but has been doing very well.  Saturday he began having problems standing, fell down the steps, etc.  Once his pain meds kicked in, he was able to move again.  Sadly, things progressed through the night to where he couldn't stand, had a massive seizure, and we had to carry him to and from the car to the vet's office.  We knew before leaving that he wasn't going to get better and all the kids said their tearful goodbyes.  The vet feels, in addition to his existing issues, he had a stroke or some other neurological issue causing him to lose control of his limbs, etc.

It was heartbreaking saying goodbye to our sweet, gentle, loving Buddy.  He will live forever in our hearts until we meet again.

In memory of Chuck

We still have a few orchids that Mark's dad had at their long-time home in El Cerrito, CA.  The blooms are beautiful and last a long time when cut.  Here are the latest blooms from the yellow one ...

Happy Easter!

We have enjoyed a beautiful day and hope the same for you.  In keeping with tradition, each of the kids enjoyed candy from their childhood baskets while Mark just dove into his See's candy ...

Carlsbad Flower Fields

In our 30+ years of living in San Diego, we had yet to make a trip to the Flower Fields ... today was the day!  It was truly beautiful and all the fields were Tecolote Ranunculus.  We bought several packages of bulbs to plant as they were so gorgeous.  Enjoy the pictures!