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There's nothing like a clear blue sky to tempt Smooch and I to go joy riding in the ranch convertible. I strap her into her seat belt and off we go.
I'm sure she would prefer to ride in the back unharnassed, like any other self-respecting ranch dog, but the magnetic forces of the bovines and jackrabbits are too powerful to keep her in check.
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She longs for the day when I'll hand over the keys and she can go cruisin' all by herself.
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were are you cool shades smooch ? :p
ReplyDeleteWhat a great pal she is!
ReplyDeleteBest always, Sandra
I love that she has her own seatbelt! She looks like she's trying to figure out if she can take it for a test drive all by herself! :)
ReplyDeleteAh, look at Smooch being all lady-like by crossing her paws so nicely on the seat!
ReplyDeleteLove that deep blue sky--I bet you can see forever out there right now!
She's just too cute. I love how her front paws are crossed so daintily. :)
ReplyDeleteHi Linda, I love your blog and I read it EVERY morning. Your photos are absolutely beautiful. Smooch is adorable and a real character. Thanks for the daily entertainment. Best wishes from Northern California, Nancy
ReplyDeleteSpeedy Smooch, she enjoys the ride an I enjoy the photos. So nice!
ReplyDeleteHaHa, that is too cute. BTW, I love reading your blog. I catch it everyday. I live vicariously through you and all your furry kids.
ReplyDeleteLooks like he still wants to go in the last shot!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful and full life Smooch leads. I wonder where she will take you on her first drive when she gets her driver's license?
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Ha ha ha ha! I used to have a black lab that LOVED to "drive." I took him to the laundromat once, and I guess I took too long because he started blowing the horn. After everyone starting dying laughing was when I realized it was MY DOG doing it! Smooch reminds of him sometimes, the way you describe her personality.
ReplyDeleteLove the dog pictures- such a PURPOSE!! I would love to paint this dog!! LOVE, LOVE, LOVE working dogs!!
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