Comedy at Work

Work provides a good amount of stress, but there are also moments of comedy...ridiculousness.  Today's photo is a glimpse in to the perfectly normal email correspondence that we have.  Old screen shot of my phone...March 2011...but I never delete these gems.

Perfect Time for Tim Tams

Nothing could have made me happier than coming home to a delicious Australian treat that I haven't had in SIX years!

TIM TAMS!!!

Studying abroad in Australia was amazing, and not surprisingly I have very fond memories of many foods, not just Tim Tams.

Special thanks to my sister's friend who sent the Tim Tams to her. I will be enjoying them immensely.

A Great Great Dane

The world lost a great canine friend today. Danny blessed many people, and I feel lucky to have known him. He had the best mom and dad a dog could ever ask for. Like most young, vibrant dogs, Danny was taking from our lives far too early. Rest In Peace Danny Boy. And everyone please send happy thoughts to Danny's mom and dad as these are very trying times for them.

Lafayette Hillside War Memorial

Every Sunday on my way home from the zoo, I pass the hillside of white crosses by the Lafayette BART Station.  I finally took the time to stop and walk through the memorial.  I initially stopped to see if I could get some good pictures.  Selfish really, and I realized it from the moment I got out of my car.  I felt like a trespasser and I didn't want anyone to see me taking pictures...like I was stealing people's memories.  But gradually my motivation shifted.  I wasn't there to satisfy my artistic curiosity anymore.  As a matter of fact, I wandered around for almost 40 minutes before remembering that I wanted to take some photos.  I sat up near the top of the hill and spent some time reflecting.  Most of the crosses are made of wood or metal and painted white and not necessarily dedicated to anyone in particular.  Some crosses have been personalized by families, friends, or supporters.  I wanted to document and share some these individual memories.  They all moved me in some way, and I'm hoping that some of you may find inspiration in them as well.

More info on this memorial: Wikipedia and an early history of memorial

 

Picture This...

New vet facility going up at the Oakland Zoo.  I can't wait to see it when it's done!

Rolling A Doobie

Lincoln showing us all how to enjoy the simple things.  Like rolling in the grass...I mean...rolling in the astro-turf.

Real Dogs Rock the Stroller

Franklin shows the shelter dogs what they should expect in their future homes.

Although Franklin's lifestyle is comparable to an A-list celebrity...maybe not a realistic goal for most shelter dogs.