Reunions II

Ryan came from North Carolina to the Sweetwater to see his family. He is an active duty Marine with a specialty so unique he has seen action in everything. He is a Tactical Air Controller. Where combat involves air support, he is calling the shots. A nice young man-sweet, unassuming. He fixed his grandfather's plate. Sue fixed a roast ham, beans, sweet potatoes, two salads, home-made rolls, angel food cake with strawberries Extravaganza. Very interesting people with good stories and kind hearts. Soft spots for animals. I was loving their company.

In picture number two, Honey enjoyed a little reunion of her own. Her mom and her dad and siblings checked her out and then they played awhile. I went out to fetch her when the barking got intense and she was happy to nap under the kitchen table- a very good dog. She was ready to go home when we left. Polly took her white sister home to the Sweetwater to guard their sheep. I was worried that Honey missed her pack but it seems not to be a factor. She is bonded here with us crusty old guys-the queen. The puppies are going away gradually. Sue and Rasty used to breed purebred Pyrenees so this is old hat to her. I was not aware of that. Mose and Shy, Honey's parents appear not to hold any grudge and were cozying up to me like always (treats?).

Picture number three- of four, something is amiss-this will likely be a two post day, is Lynda looking at her son. Pretty much says it all.