Bunny here at the keyboard to share our weekend adventure with you.
You might have read on Saturday about how Morgan and I had a disagreement. I’m not going to lie, sometimes her pushiness doesn’t sit well with me, and sometimes I have to tell her so. I was a bit put out with her, but when Mom and Dad said “hiking” on Saturday morning, I was all ears.
Morgan is my hiking buddy, and she was going, too. Mom and Dad got our gear and loaded it up so we could go on our adventure. I was all too happy to get ready to go and I had no plans on missing the fun. Morgan rides in the crate and I have my seat. Soon, we were on our way back to Starved Rock because Dad wanted to see how the waterfall had changed over the past nineteen days.
We got there and the parking lot was full. That’s usually a sign that there will be a lot of people on the trails. Dad had a talk with Morgan. I stood at the ready with Mom. Soon enough, we were on the trail. It was an unusually warm winter day and there was a lot of mud and water on top of the ice in the creek. It was rather interesting to see.
As we walked down the trail, we met some people and there were even some other dogs. I was happy to see them and I was hoping Morgan wouldn’t embarrass us do something that would make Dad say we were all going back to the van. As a group of people walked by with a Beagle, that rude little dog started barking and lunging at me. They were followed by a lady with a little dog on a Flexi Lead who was barking so rudely that the woman was holding it off the ground by the Flexi. Morgan barked once at the dog as it tried to get me and the dog scurried off down the trail.
A little further on, we ran into a group of Boy Scouts. I don’t know about any of you, but every time we see Boy Scouts, no good comes of it. They were running wild, breaking the ice and sliding around and carrying on like fools. The humans who were supposed to be watching them were not paying them a bit of attention. Fortunately, when they came down by us, Morgan gave them a look and they left us alone.
As we got close to the waterfall, more people began to admire me. I am a big fan of attention, but sometimes I just want to sniff the smells and see the sights. I decided after a bit to go up on the rocks with Morgan. We had a good view and I felt like I could really breathe in the fresh air. The waterfall was pretty, but the bottom part of it had fallen off and it was reforming again. That’s okay, it gets more interesting every time it forms.
I have to say that it was a fun hike and I’m glad we had Morgan along. She can scare people off sometimes, but she also keeps us safe. Nobody will bother us when she’s along. It’s also fun to have someone along who enjoys being out in nature as much as I do. It’s more fun to have friends than to be mad. We may not always see eye to eye on things, but I think it’s worth it to have Morgan along for the fun.
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I’m glad to hear that you and Morgan were able to enjoy a nice hike this weekend. I had fun with my friend Remy and her sister this weekend too.
Millie
Bunny,
You and Morgan are such smart girls not to stay mad at each other. You’re not like that dreadful cat who lives in our house. He gets mad and stays mad – for a long, long, time. Geez.
We wish we had some pretty places like the frozen waterfall to visit. We think we probably wouldn’t get to stay long, though, because Mom says we would get cold. (We think it’s her who gets too cold but she blames it on us.)
You and Morgan look just lovely in your photos. Stay warm and watch out for cats.
Love,
Truly, Maggie and Walker
I’m very happy to hear you two made up and have a wonderful hike together. We all need our space sometimes. But having a buddy who you know will always be there for you is just the best.
Blessings,
Goose
That has to be the coolest waterfall, ever. I just love pictures of it.
Hey Bunny… That does look pretty. I like how the waterfall shaped into icicles… frozen drops. Glad to hear Morgan and you have something in common.
By the way, you look especially pretty in that sweater.
Huggies and Cheese,
Haopee
So glad you all had a nice hike. Can’t blame Morgan for putting the barking dogs in their place.
Lunging yappy little dogs on long leashes YUK. Good thing Mo was around to protect everyone
it’s great that Morgan got to walk with you guys without any bad things happening!!
Oh, happy dogs on flexi leashes are the worst. You two bore up well to the traffic. Nice to enjoy time together.
Kisses,
Dexter
Morgan is very good at her job. Sounds like it was a wonderful day of hiking, despite the crowds.
I’m glad you guys made up and had a great hike together. A flex-lead on a hike doesn’t seem like the best idea. Especially if you have a happy dog that might attract the attention of other bigger dogs.
Well, that’s the thing about family …you can disagree, but in the end you are still family, and it all works out. I don’t come in contact with boy scouts, but if I do, I’ll be sure to avoid them.
Your pal, Pip
Good to see you and Morgan are friends again! Deccy x
I second what Pip said….always family at da end of da day. I can’t think of anybuddy in their right mind dat would mess with ya’ll while Morgan was around…not even me and I do lack good common sense…hehehe.
Puddles
Bunny, there were Boy Scouts when we were there and they were running wild. We thought for sure someone would get hurt.
I have been wanting to tell you about a German Shepherd here. His Dad has a motorcycle and his Dad rides the bike and the German Shepherd runs along side him. They make a couple of trips around the resort every day. Sometimes his Dad uses a golf cart instead of the motorcycle. His Dad also has this huge pole with a ball on it and they play with that in the middle of the street. We always think of Morgan when we see him. We are not sure if he is nice because we keep our distance and his Dad keeps a tight hold on him. His Dad always says hi to us and the German Shepherd never barks at us, but we are not taking any chances. LOL
Both you and Morgan look very regal from your perch on the rocks! Sounds like it was a great day. I’m glad you and Morgan are friends again, I sometime have to set Henri right and let him know when he’s annoying me but we always make up.
Pesty little dogs! I think you are right, Morgan is just protecting his family.
Add me to those who are happy you and Morgan are pals again. We all have daily problems and families are for forgiving. (Even to rowdy little boy scouts! The scoutmaster’s responsibilty is to keep them in line!)
Here is hoping Morgan’s problems can be solved easily and quickly. We want to see a lot of her in coming days!
Your pal,
Stella
You always have such gorgeous photos!
Sometimes doing something fun together is the best way to forget about bad feelings.
And you’re smart to watch out for those boy scouts. I should know. I married one.
The waterfall a few blocks from my house is too full to have frozen yet. But the midwest cold is heading our way so maybe we’ll post some frozen waterfalls pictures of our own soon.
What a pretty place to hike. Weekends can be SO crowded!
Wyatt and Stanzie
So many beautiful pictures. That waterfall looks so cool. It sounds like you all had a good time! I’m glad you and Morgan have made up.
xoxo
Marquie, Lassie & Petal
Hiking with a buddy sounds wonderful. I don’t hike much myself, which is a shame because I know Kelly and Brooks would enjoy it. And those photos are amazing! What a setting. Bunny and Morgan look spectacular.
You and Morgan are such handsome creatures. I’m sorry that you’ve been terrorized by Boy Scouts. My own Boy Scout would be the first to stop, kneel down and ask to pet you. He’s considerate that way.
Oh, Bunny, I’m glad that you and Morgan and your humans had a fun time at the Falls. It’s true that sometimes when you’re such a unique puppy as yourself, people’s ‘encroachment’ can be annoying and it is nice to have a buddy who can protect your privacy. By the way, the rebuilding Falls are gorgeous–thanks for sharing that update. And finally, I’d like to say Happy Birthday to Blueberry! Hope you all got a big slice of puppy-cake to celebrate with!
Bunny, I love the icicle/waterfall…it is so interesting and it does seem to change every time you take a photo of it! I think you are very lucky to have Morgan…a friend who enjoys hiking as much as you do and who is willing to protect you from rude little dogs (like me) and of all things, Boy Scouts. I am so happy you had another great hiking adventure!
Hugs,
Oz
Love the photos! Sounds like the perfect adventure!
Yours,
Morgan is worth her weight in gold as a boy-scout deterrent!
It’s very good to her that you and Morgan had a good day out together this weekend…and sometimes, like with those noisy Scouts, it pays to have an ‘intimidater’ along
What fabulous photos of both of you! I love boulder photos, as you know, and both of you have mastered the art of posing on a boulder! The frozen waterfalls are fabulous – it sounds like you had so much fun!
I’ve had the same kind of experiences with boy scouts. Isn’t that weird? I thought that they were supposed to be learning how to be good citizens in the outdoors but I’ve never seen any evidence of it.
I’m so happy that Morgan did well on your hike!!!!!!
Sounds like you both had a great hike!
I so love seeing the pictures of these waterfalls, thanks for sharing!
Morgan you need to come with us some time. We have a list of people for you to scare off
Snorts,
Benny & Lily
Glad to hear Morgan did well on the hike. Those photos are beautiful and that adventure is one we would surly love minus the naughty BoyScouts.
So glad you got to spend the day with Morgan enjoying a nice hike. Beautiful scenery. Flexi leashes are an accident waiting to happen.
I like your Boy Scouts observation! Is a big group of boys ever a good idea? Good job, Morgan.