Month: November 2015

Dear Diary – Page 74 (Late 1960’s – Paris)

Our visit to Paris was quick and uneventful. Pete found his way to the Champs Elysees and found somewhere to park so that we could wander around a little. Continue reading →

Mt. Nemo revisited

In October, we took Ray to Mt. Nemo* Conservation area which is a relatively short drive away. Continue reading →

Dear Diary – Page 73 (Late 1960’s – French Riviera)

We saw a group of young ladies on Monte Carlo’s beach, who had a no nonsense routine of changing from their street clothes and into their bikinis. Continue reading →

Dear Diary – Page 72 (Late 1960’s – French Riviera)

We left Rome and headed for Pisa to see the famous tower. Continue reading →

Ray – Say hello!

We have been working on Ray’s interactions with people and dogs for a long time now and, as a result of a Behavior Adjustment Training program*, have been using a standard positive reinforcement philosophy. Continue reading →

“Flight WS 701”

While I do not find flying particularly enjoyable, there is a definite feeling of exhilaration during the take-off phase of the journey. Flight WS 701 is an attempt to capture that feeling in words, and was inspired by my recent flight to Vancouver. Fasten your seat belts! Continue reading →

Welcome Home!

I recently had to do some traveling and was going to be away from home (away from Ray) for two weeks. While I was not too concerned about the reception I may get from Ray upon my return, there was a possibility that he may not be happy about me leaving him for two weeks. Continue reading →

Dear Diary – Page 71 (Late 1960’s – Italy)

We headed into Rome and had the distinct impression that there were no speed limits there. Continue reading →

Dear Diary – Page 70 (Late 1960’s – Italy)

Pete had stopped the car, and we were all looking at this rather small and seemingly deserted border crossing, when a man appeared! He was a small man, rather sloppily dressed in a uniform, and carrying a very large “rifle-type” gun. The gun was probably a standard size but, with him being small, looked very large. Continue reading →