Lazy Days

This is what I woke up next to Saturday morning: It's not the best picture because it was taking on my phone but it's Zola laying beside me like a person. We are quite the pack!

Later that afternoon I went to check out the Philbrook Museum and there were many pieces indicative of how inspiring our four legged friends can be:

Mr and Mrs. Dane were so regal and strong. If they would have fit in my purse I would have nabbed them (as if I'm that smooth).

Playin'

Today has been sweltering. It's so humid it's almost unbearable. Zola doesn't seem to mind the heat. She keeps wanting me to sit outside with her and I can only endure for about 10 minutes. I decided to hook up the sprinkler and see if Zola would play in it. She hates water but I figured if I would run around in it she would too. She would chase me around and try to stay out of the water but the radius was to much for her to avoid. I think in the end she had fun even if she acts like she doesn't like the water.

Ps. It's difficult to take a picture by yourself without a tripod and camera. In my favor, I do think it's an interesting perspective.

Crickets

Summertime, oh, summertime! That being said, it's time for crickets! Cricket invasion! Tonight I let Zola out and she happened to find one of the noisy little buggers on the patio. She has always had a fascination with bugs but I think this was her first encounter with the lively cricket. I have never seen anything as adorable as Zola playing with that cricket. It would jump and she would lower her front paws as her tail wagged wildly. It didn't take long for a rhythm to develop: cricket -jump Zola- hop, paw. Jump, hop, paw; Jump, hop, paw. It was like a cartoon. I am amazed at how delicate she is with her insect playmates although most of them end up dead anyhow. The cricket lived as it made it through the fence pickets but Zola was sad to see it go. I wish I would have filmed it or at least gotten a photo but it was dark outside. I'm sure she there will be other bugs in the future

Big Bark

Chihuahuas. You either love them or you despise their yippy little barks. I have grown up around a couple of the greatest Chihuahuas ever. It's been quite an experience and I think the most important thing I have learned is that no matter how cute they are they are "one owner" dogs. Loyal companions with a "bit" of a Napoleon complex. How would you react if you were viewing the world from their eyes? I know I'd be on defense 99% of the time.

I caught this story this morning on the national news. If you haven't experienced the joy of Chihuahua ownership and don't understand why anyone would want such a dog maybe this will convince you:

June!

This afternoon Zola and I had a little get together to celebrate my brother's b-day and some anniversaries. We had a delicious lunch and sat out on out new patio for awhile. It was great to see everyone I wish it would have been a little cooler but nothing's perfect.

The Birthday boy, Felisha and Zola's favorite cousin, Kujo!

This picture is so funny. Just look at that "ear-to-ear" grin on Zola's face!

Summer Breeze #2

Zola and I just got back from the second concert in the Summer Breeze Concert Series. Tonight, Travis Linville. He is from Norman and plays a mixture of blues and bluegrass with a smidgen of jazz. I have to admit I liked the last concert better, I don't favor country and some of his stuff bordered that style. Zola did better this time around although she was pretty restless throughout. She does ok when there aren't other dogs around and when children aren't running around chasing one another.

All-and-all, it was a fair night, a storm is rolling in so we cut out early. Now a cup of tea and a shower to rinse off the bug spray, then it's bedtime! Hope everyone had a delightful weekend!

Here is a photo of the band and a couple action shots of Zola:

Outdoor Lounging

Last weekend my mom came over to help me finish the patio. It's done! Now it's time for citronella torches and grilling. I haven't had a chance to spread some grass seed since we tore up the yard so picture the dirt with lush, green grass! Zola and I can't wait to spend evenings lounging outside.