CIRQUE DU DANE

DUDE!!! Look how flexable I am! Can YOU touch your nose to YOUR Paws?

PAW! Max the DUDE!

THEY ARE IN THE GROUND

Mommy went out back without us again today. She dug real little holes into the ground, and stuck some little white things into them. I watched closely from the window, in case she was hiding a bone. But they looked too small to be bones. Then she stuck little sticks out of the ground and covered all the white things. I heard her tell Daddy that we will have some "garlik boobs" next spring. Not sure what those are, but sounds funny. Wonder if they taste good.

Mommy sure has been digging lots lately. I think she is starting to become part doggie like daddy. Finally, she let me and Max come out and sniff around, while she was behind the fence putting more stuff in the ground. Then she went out with her flashy and took pictures. Wonder what is up?

BARK!! Sasha the Princess

SUPERVISING DADDY

Daddy was out back digging again. This time he was digging just little holes. When mommy left to spend the day with Gramma, she told me to supervise daddy to make sure he didnt dig the hole bigger. So I kept close sooper-dog-vision on him. Seems he was pulling little green things out of the ground, so I started pointing out the ones he missed.

Um, Daddy, I think you missed one right here...

Mommy spent the whole day with gramma and was too tired to take us for a migration when she got home. Then the next day, they left us alone for too long. I was so bored, I encouraged dumb Max to pull the bag off the counter, so we each had a bag to play with.But we were very careful not to damage what was inside the bags. We had a lot of fun, until Mommy walked in the door. I think having Gramma around was a good thing, or mommy would have been a lot meaner. She just laughed with Grams and grabbed the flashy thing. Gramma just kept asking "What did you doggies do?" over and over. So when mommy bent down to pick up our play things, I gave her a big wet slurpy up and down her face, which made her and Gramma laugh even more. I love when mommy laughs, it makes my tail swing.

Mommy made sure that her and daddy took us on our migration tonite. Now we have full bellies and tired bodies. Night Night-- Sasha the Princess!

MOMMY IS STAYING BUSY!

Just before Mommy's odd week started, she allowed me on her seating bench. I was so happy. I snuggled right up to her and didnt move, hoping she wouldnt change her mind. Daddy got out the flashy thing. It was very hot, but I didnt care. Mommy never lets me on her seat, so I was staying as long as she would let me.

Daddy has been busy out back making lots of noises, then spreading the good smelling stuff in the holes he made. I heard mommy say she was going to hide things under the smelly stuff, so they could eat it later. (Dumb Max just had to get into the action and pose for the flashy thing)

Mommy was out in her OFF LIMITS place, when she discovered some more holes. I heards her call Daddy out and they whispered together. Im not sure what it means, but daddy wouldnt let me near, then I saw him plugging up the holes with some stuff. Last time there were holes like that, Daddy let me take care of a fluffy that had made the holes. He was very proud of my hunting skills.

Mommy's eyes have stopped leaking and she is staying busy. She keeps scratching something off a sheet of paper, then jumping in the big green machine and taking off for awhile. Sometimes she comes back smelling like Gramma, so I think she visits her a lot too.

BARK! Sasha the Princess!

CHANGES...

Mommy says Gramma will be around a lot lately. She moved into a lair of her own near us. Last night we got to see her. Dumb Max kept sitting on her feet. While I gently nugdged her to be petted.

Also something new has happened. Mommy is home all the time now. She seemed sad the other day and I saw her eyes drool a little, then she brought some boxes in and has been unpacking stuff. She said she wont have to be away from us as much for awhile. Something about being unploid. Not sure what that means, but if she is around more, I am happy. I will have to bark a lot during the day now to make sure she knows when there is danger nearby.

BARK!! Sasha the Princess

AND THE WINNER IS...

Thanks to all you doggies who voted that we deserved a treat when mommy leaves for the day. BARK!! Mommy gave us one this morning! PAW!!

What a team we all make!

PLEASE DONT GO

This is the look we give mommy each morning as she leaves us for the day.

Doesn't this deserve a "Good bye" biscuit at least?

BARK!!! PAW!!

MOMMY'S MONDAY

For the past 7 years, we have escaped away on Thanksgiving weekend to the beautiful area of Monterey and Carmel. We shared out first kiss there and have since made it our home away from home. We have always found something new to explore each time we visit.

Last year Sasha joined our adventure and what a fresh perspective to see our get-a-way spot from a dogs eye's. It was cool enough that she could stay in the Green Machine for any non-dog meals or shopping, but fortunately she was able to be with us in most of our exploration.

The first night there, she was the QUEEN of Cannery Row. After a quick happy hour stop (time for her to rest in the GM), we took her for a walk downtown among the shops and visitors. She was very well behaved and enjoyed the attention she received from every person that had to stop and talk to her, pet her or just ask what kind of dog she was. Of course, any time I left the pack to peer into a shop, she ignored all attention and kept a close eye on the door I disappeared into, until I returned safe.

The next day we took a guided walking tour of dog friendly downtown Carmel. She was able to walk through a hotel lobby and bar with us, of course stopping to be petted and admired. The most memorable was when we walked through a restaurant (an old silversmith building) and the party in the middle of the room fell silent to admire Sasha. At this point, she was more interested in their food, than the admiration. This restaurant even had a menu just for the dogs. If felt sorry for the rest of our party, as we were delayed at each stop, so Sasha could sign autographs for her admirers.

After a fun weekend, we headed home. For 2 1/2 days she had not been allowed freedom off the leash. To add a bit of fun to her trip, we found a deserted beach, took off her leash and let her run wild. With a sigh, we all packed up and headed home to pick up the newest member of our pack... Max.

Now we have to figure out how to do a trip like this with 2 Danes. So this year, we will once again go alone, and eagerly anticipate the "Glad to see you again" wagging tails.

Have a good week- Mindy Lu

TEAM WORK

Mommy came home and leashed me up for my walk. Then she did the unthinkable! She leashed dumb Max too! What is going on? Then her and Max walked out the door. I was sitting patiently waiting, and when she turned around and invited me to come too, I realized we were BOTH going on a walk with her TOGETHER! Mommy hasnt done that since Pedley was with us. I heard her tell daddy it was like harnessing a team of oxen. The next day we brought daddy along to carry the flashy for mommy's evidence of what good doggies we were.

At first we were very excited, but it was hard to get away with anything since mommy put us very close together so we would be good.

Then I started keeping an eye out for the little fast dirt runners. A couple times I had to drag dumb Max with me to investigate where it ran and hid.

Then I tried to get airborne like my friend Mango does when he is a bee. But with dumb Max tied to me, I couldnt get off the ground.

Mommy let us stop for a drink. Being a team of Oxen is hard work.

Then when daddy tried to get a drink, dumb Max stuck his face into the action. Of course mommy fell for his trick and thought it was the cutest thing.

Oh brother!

Because we were so good, mommy let go of the long rope and let us walk around together. Actually, we do make a good team. I guess dumb Max isnt all that dumb. When mommy calls us, he comes with me to go back to her.

Mommy has this thing about our behinds. She thinks they are so cute, and embarrasingly started taking pictures of them.

THE END!

Sasha the Princess and Max the DUDE!

DANCING & SINGING DOGS!

Daddy and Max started a new singing and dancing act. I am way to sophisticated to do something so silly.

Max was doing a solo of "Who let the dogs out". Daddy just danced along side of him.

Then Max decided to try to do some "Moon walking", while daddy did the "Robot"

Oh what the heck. I decided to try the "Jump" dance. Wow, this is really fun. Max wanted daddy to waltz with him.

After the dancing and singing got boring. Daddy gave me some extra attention with my favorite toy... THE PINK BONE!!
Now time to go back to sleep for the day. A doggie can handle only so much excitement!
BARK! Sasha the Princess-- Yaaaawwwwnnn!

ON THE RUN...

Last night mommy, daddy, dumb Max and me went running. Well, mommy and daddy were on the wheelie things. Since Max always wants to race me, daddy took him off on his own, so they could race each other. Mommy and I went exploring.

One time when we passed this bush, I almost dragged daddy into it. I know there was a critter in there, but daddy wouldnt let me inspect. So each time we pass it, I keep a close eye on it. This time mommy let me explore.

I know your in there critter. Come on out and show yourself!
If your not going to come out, I am going in for you!
Well, nothing was there this time. But I will have to keep a close eye next time, to protect mommy and daddy!

On to explore some more. Next up was the exploding water. Oooohh my favorite.

Mommy always makes me get into position before I can enjoy. It goes something like this:

Mommy: "you know the rules... assume the position first."

Me: "Ok, like this? Can I drink now"

Mommy: "Good girl, go for it!"

Me: "Slurp, slurp, slurp" Mmmmm, this is good stuff.
Did you know us doggies do not lap UP water? We slurp it under our tongue?

This is my sexy water pose. Too bad you can't see all the water coming down on me in the dark.
Now the sexy water off me shake

Coming to the end of our walk. It is too dark to see that Daddy and dumb Max are resting in the grass. Too much work out for them I guess. Mommy lets me loose and I get to run to daddy and give him a big face slurp!

Awwww... the perfect night. Now time to sleep!

BARK!! Sasha the Princess!

MOMMY'S MONDAY

Let sleeping dogs lie...

While I am away on Monday evenings, Scott takes the dogs running. When I get home they have full bellies and are happily worn out. It took awhile for me to get used to them not greeting me at the door if I get in after 9pm. But my heart skips a beat as I know what my next vision of them is going to be.

How hard is it to not just drop down on their beds and cuddle with them during this time?
They dont even acknowledge my presence. Just sound asleep and content.

zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz.........................

Sweet dreams my babies, sleep tight

HOW TO CLEAN A PB JAR

Step 1. Hold jar securely between paws

Step 2. Place tongue in jar and lick

Step 3. Place entire lower jaw in jar and continue to lick Step 4. Lick paper off jar and chew jar to ensure no Peanut Butter is remaining

BARK! Sasha the Princess

RUNNING WITH MOMMY

Mommy has been coming home early a lot lately, so I get to run next to her wheely thing. I love running next to mommy as she rides. She talks to me, telling me what a good girl I am.

Then we stop for a drink. Mommy says I can drink like a big girl.

Then we continue our run. This time, since there were no other furries nearby, I got to run without the strap. Usually I can run faster than mommy can ride, but I wanted to show off for the flashy thing.

Another stop to get attention from all the young persons walking by.

I know that the little fluffy tailed things hang out in these tree's. So when we come through here, I have to keep an eye out for them. Sometimes they throw nuts at me.

I know your up there, somewhere! Come down you little fluffies! I just wanna play, really.
Daddy got home early too. What a perfect day!

Bark! Sasha the Princess

WATCHING DADDY

Where's Daddy?

What's Daddy doing?

Can I come out?

Can I dig too?
Ok, Ill just keep a close eye on you to make sure the pack leader is ok.
Bark! Sasha the princess

DOG TORTURE??

One of those floaty things has lingered for a long time. Mommy thinks it is funny to torture us with these.

Personally, I think it is dog shameful. How can we look like elegant proud Great Danes with this silly thing following us around?
Max just doesnt seem to care. I tried to show him. "Look, silly pup! Look" But all he cares about if the petting it gets him.
He even proudly shows it off for mommy's flashy thing that pulled out to make it worse!
I followed him around trying to tell him how silly he looks, but he had to go in and show off to daddy too. By the way, notice daddy doing mommy's job here?

I think the Humane Society should be called and mommy needs to be reported for her torture to innocent sweet doggies like us! What do you think?

BARK! Sasha the princess!