Imperial Buffoon

Today we went to Great Dane Drag-Your-Mom-Around-the-Woods-Until-Her-Biceps-Look-Like-Pythons-and-Feel-Like-Noodles Fun Day.  It really was a perfect day.  The weather was unseasonably warm for October, and the autumn colors added a festive, storybook air to the event -- leaves falling, the smell of an outdoor fire, and a pond too tempting not to splash in.  We met so many lovely people, affirming that Dane owners really are a special bunch -- and glad to now be a part of that privilege.

I think we saw every color, shape, size - all so unique in their appearance and personalities, which made me want to spend time getting to know each of them.  These animals have such a soulful depth in their eyes, like they are the ones being so patient in their teaching of us.  Their strength and power are obvious, but shadowed by the majesty of their demeanor.  Lol, I say that, but giggle when I picture Cash eating socks... or poop.  Try to resolve that dichotomy, would you?

My photography skills were tested and failed miserably while Cash pulled like an 80-lb Wahoo in a deep sea fishing expedition.  I did manage to get a couple of shots that didn't come close to doing justice to the pretty puppies we saw.  We also learned more about this amazing breed to give us lots to look forward to.  First call on Tuesday?  Obedience training.

Maybe just a quick break before I take off again.