Bunny here at the keyboard to share our weekend adventure.
First, I have to say that I am a big fan of Miss Jessica’s 30/30 Challenge. Mom and Dad have been taking us walking every day and it’s been fantastic. Since they got those little Fitbit gadgets, they’ve been like hamsters on a wheel, trying to get their 10,000 steps in every day. I wish I’d thought of that gadget, I could hire both of them as my personal assistants and keep them home with me every day. Anyway, back to the adventure.
Küster had SAR training in the morning, so we decided to go to one of our favorite places to get some hiking in instead of our usual walk. It was unusually warm the end of the week, and by Saturday the creek was pretty high from the melted snow and rain we’d been getting. That meant that we weren’t going to be able to hike down the main road of the park, because it goes through the creek three times. We’re not talking about a little crossing here, either. It’s probably almost up to Mom’s knees, and it wasn’t that warm.
We decided to take a trail that we’ve never taken before. It goes along beside the creek up on the ridge. Morgan and I were more than game for the adventure. It was a little muddy, but not too bad, so we started up the trail and we were having a great time. We could see the creek from up high and it was a beautiful sight, even in Winter.
As we were walking along and having a great time and enjoying more than thirty minutes of the challenge for the day. Then we came to a creek and Mom and Dad had a discussion about turning around and going back. Mom didn’t want her feet and my feet to get wet going across the creek. Dad found a way across the creek, but Mom still didn’t want my feet to get wet. So, he and Morgan went across, then Morgan waited on the other side. Dad came back across and before I knew what was going on he picked me up and carried me across. Mom walked across behind us. I was incensed. I mean really, did they think I couldn’t get by on my own steam? Still, we kept hiking and I was enjoying the forest again soon.
Not long after that, we came to another creek crossing. I was not about to be carried across this time. I saw the best path across and I stepped right up and got started. Mom had to toss my leash across to Dad because she wasn’t as quick getting across on the slippery rocks as I was. Sometimes I feel sorry for humans having only two feet. Anyway, this crossing went much faster and soon we were on our way through the forest again.
It was worth crossing the creek. Not too far past that, we saw what must be an enchanted castle in a tree. It was quite a sight. I think that was our reward for persevering through the mud and the creeks. It was worth it to see all that natural beauty, and to spend some time together having fun. For the record, I crossed the creek on my own both times on the way home.
I guess it just goes to show that sometimes, it’s worth it to get your feet wet. Missing out on something because you’re afraid to try something new or different is a shame, and you only cheat yourself. I am so glad Mom and Dad are rising to the challenge and we’re getting out more together. You just never know what can happen when you take that first step.
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I’ve been catching up, as I was sick for the last week, and your blog is one I missed while out. I really enjoyed reading about your studio and the kit you bought. Very cool. One terrible thing about our house is lighting, especially in the Back Dogs part. I was cracking up at how Bunny makes sure Kuster boy is in bed and all tucked in. bol! That is a riot! And I enjoyed your thoughts on the challenge, especially your thoughts on comments. I feel the same way.
It looks like you had a great hiking adventure this weekend and I really appreciate your thoughts about taking those first steps. There are a few things I’ve been hesitating about doing, but each day I get a little closer to opening that door. Thank you for reminding me of that. Unfortunately, life is just too short not to take those first steps even if it means taking all the baby steps first.
How humiliating to be carried across the water. It barely looked deep enough to cover your toes. I’m glad you put your paw down the rest of the time and just forged across.
Millie
Hah! Barbie would hate to be carried across! She is also pretty agile on rocks, more agile than I will ever be. Yes, sometimes I wish I had 4 legs.
I love the picture of you being carried by your Dad! We hope you enjoy many more hikes!
Sam
Great photo of your Dad carrying you! Sounds like you all had fun on your hike!
take care
Clive & Co
Miss Bunny,
Your spirit of adventure was never in doubt, but it is nice to know that dad is available to keep your royal toes out of the water when called upon.
Kisses,
Dexter
Bunny: thanks for the much-needed reminder about fear and cheating yourself out of experiences when you give in to it. Love the enchanted castle!
What an interesting tree trunk. Is it really an enchanted castle? It looks like something out of Middle Earth.
I love getting my feet wet and muddy too, Bunny. Only trouble is when I get home…HOSE DOWN!
Oh the indignity of being carried! Mum can just about lift me (at 32kg) which occasionally she has to do when I won’t get in the car but she says if she had to walk with me it would kill her….! Deccy x
Veil: I bet there are fairies living in that tree trunk! It looks enchanted.
Beckett: I would have taken off my coat, and thrown in down in the water for you to walk on!
Maddy: Your Dad did a good job of carrying you, but I see your point of wanting to get there on your own steam!
Love the enchanted castle, though it may look scary at night…
I probably wouldn’t be so clumsy if I had four legs. LOL Looks like you have a great time this weekend, Bunny. The picture of Morgan watching you being carried is cute.
Bunny you and Morgan had a great walk. I smile at the fact that even you, the princess as you are called, is more than willing to get wet and muddy paws. That is beautiful to me. Love that tree photo.
Blessings,
Goose
Maybe you should give lesson on stream crossing. My guys would rather turn around than cross a stream. And definitely do not mind being carried.
that is some wonderful advice because that enchanted tree castle sure was worth it!
Looks like a wonderful time was had by all–even if it meant being carried over a creek one time
Love the photos!
OMD, what a beeYOUtiful castle! I’m so glad you were able to see it! It was awfully nice of your daddy to carry you over the creek, even though you could obviously do it yourself. A princess needs pampering, right?
I think you have to consider when your parents just want you to move along faster or when they just don’t want you to suffer discomfort from wet feet. I think your Dad did a very kind thing for you by carrying you across.
Cheers,
Stella
Oh that was absolutely worth the treck across the creek. My Vickie would have thought she was in heaven seeing that cool woodland castle. I can just picture little unicorns and fairies all around the tree, sitting on the shrooms.
Well worth being carried across the creek.
So how is Kuster doing on his training?
Bert
Bunny, what a wonderful jaunt through the forest! I love the enchanted castle in the tree. That is a great find. I am sorry you were carried across the creek against your will…how embarrassing. Sometimes I think the humans just don’t “get it”.
I hope you have a great week! I left you something special in my post today so be sure to run over and check it out!
Hugs,
Oz
That is one cool castle tree you guys found. Sure is a cool adventure
Benny & Lily
You go Bunny! You don’t need no stinkin’ sherpa to carry you across a little bitty stream. We think your enchanted tree trunk castle is marvelous!
Bunny that was a great hike and I loved your magical fairy castle…Thanks for sharing
That is a very good point. Sometimes it’s worth getting dirty! I am glad you showed those silly humans you don’t mind getting a little wet every now and then when it gives you a chance to explore new places. You’re not such a princess all the time, after all.
We are sure your Daddy meant well when he carried you across the creek. We wouldn’t want the princess to have frozen toes. Looks like a great hike. Sniffs, The HoundDogs
So glad you made it to the castle.
Whoo hoo, Bunny! Creek crossing can be a bit daunting, unless you’re a goof like me. I bet you’ll be ready to do it a lot more now.
You are so right Miss. Bunny! Sometimes it is ok to get your feet a little wet! Glad you had a nice adventure this weekend!
Oh, you brave girl Bunny! You have a very sweet Daddy to carry you across, but then you showed him girls can rough it sometimes too.
I LOVE the fairy castle that you discovered. Amazing!
Bunny Gal, you really are a princess being carried across the creek!!
Smooches,
BabyRocketDog & Hootie
Bunny and Morgan,
We think you are very lucky girls. We love to go hiking but it’s just so hooooot here most of the time. Our Mom and Dad won’t let us stay out for long. We do like to go, though, because there are always people who want to pet us and talk about us. We still don’t know why people still think we’re pit bull dogs. Just look at Walker – he’s way too tall and skinny to be a pittie.
We asked Mom to take us to a stream this weekend. She said, “No. There might be snakes.” SNAKES?! Eeek!
Stay safe out there,
Truly, Maggie and Walker
Oh, please tell me it wasn’t one of your beautiful velvet leashes that had to get tossed across! What a lovely walk, and I LOVE the magical tree castle.
I knew that the princess could get her feet wet because she has a strong spirit that doesn’t mind mud or cold! I love your enchanted tree, and I adore that last photo of you and Morgan! I’m so happy for all of you that you’re getting out and about together!
It’s not that they thought you couldn’t get across the stream, it’s that you are too precious to get your feet dirtied!
Loved the castle in the tree!
Cool tree with mushrooms! What a brave girl.
I just love that sweater…looks so cozy and warm.
Gosh Miss Bunny and Miss Morgan, what a neat adventure! Miss Bunny, you do look a little discomboboolated in the photo where you are being carried! You are very brave to go in the creek with your own paws. That tree castle is pawesome!
Luvs,
Jackie
I’m posting this on the fridge, right at Koly’s snout height. He is such a diva. He would INSIST on being carried across. Not you Bunny, YOU are a real trooper. YOU know how to have an adventure. Koly could learn a lot from you.
BOL! I luv the photo of you being unceremoniously carried over the crick Bunny. Ha!
Waggin at ya,
Roo