We took care of my parents’ dog (I consider him mine), Teddy-Bear, for a week recently. He’s huge and energetic, and between him and Finn (our very own pup), our hands were rather full. To get out some of their crazy energy we took them on MANY a walk.

On this particular day, I decided to tote my camera along and try out a lens some friends loaned us (thanks, friends!). It was a delightful day…. the kind of day that reminds you that Spring is a real season, and it’s coming your way!

When I first said the “W” word, Teddy and Finn cast eager, yet skeptical looks my way (see above). Fortunately for them, their skepticism was unfounded. Walk we did. And we even met made many new dog friends along the way. Here are a few of the friends we met.

(Thanks all you lovely owners who let me photograph your dogs and even helped them “pose”!  And thanks for your patience with me getting this post up.)

After playing with new dog acquaintances, the boys went and played ball, ran, rolled in the field, and in Marcus’ case at least, looked handsome and photogenic for the camera. All in all, a fun time! And a fabulous reminder that some of the best things in life are free: God’s good creation (dogs and snowy fields alike), walks, sunny winter days… Yes, friends, there is much to be grateful for in (and about) winter time.