Blue Moon Hike to end 2009

Tonight was a Blue Moon. It din't look blue to me at all, but what do I know?

Mom says a Blue Moon is the 2nd full moon of the month, or the 4th full moon in a season. Either way...the moon was huge tonight and very bright!

Mom and her friends decided it would be the perfect way to start New Year's Eve....so we were off to Cowles Mountain, a local mountain near San Diego that is perfect for a moonlight hike. Cowles Mountain has well maintained trails and a great view of the city in all directions.

The trail was dark and I got to wear my flashy light. We had a pretty big group with 2 other doggies, but one of the doggies (a 8 month old boxer) didnt like me so I wasn't able to play with them at all.

It was a fun hike though. 1.5 miles to the top.

Marker at the top of Cowles Mountain

My adoring fans can be found everywhere...even at the peak.

Me & Mom at the summit...see the blue moon in the right corner?

By the time we got home, I was pooped. I was so tired I din't even want to eat dinner...instead I just found the most comfortable spot in the house and passed out.

don't bother me..I'm sleepin!

52 weeks for dogs (2010)

Mom is very excited...she was accepted into a Flickr group called "52 weeks for dogs". Its a photo challenge for 2010 where she will have to submit 1 picture a week of yours truly.

That means I am going to be seeing that flashy camera thingy in my face. A lot.

lucky me

48 week measurements (11 months!)

48 weeks (11 months), 124 lbs, 34.75" tall

My First Christmas

Mom and I headed up to the Grandpawrents house on Christmas eve. It was kinda a slow drive cuz of traffic, but soon enough we were there.

The house was decorated with all kinds of red & white! Mom called some of the decorations "Stockings"...can you guess which one is mine?

There was a great big tree all decorated with lights and ornaments. And guess what?! It was in the HOUSE!! I never seen a tree in the house like that before. I thought it was kinda silly, but I'll go with the flow.

Then I saw all the presents under the tree! I sure hope some of them are for me!!

Later on, I got to meet someone super special. This is my GREAT Grandmaw! She is 93 years old, and right away we hit it off.

The last day we were at my Grandpawrents Mom and I got up super early and got to see this beautiful present! I think its perfect and told Mom it was a sign from Sophie that she was now happy and healthy and havin fun at the Rainbow Bridge.

Goodbye Sweet Sophie...

Murphy's Mom here...

Tonight my heart is breaking. A piece of me is missing, gone forever...my beautiful sweet gentle Sophie has gone to the rainbow bridge. It was with a heavy heart that I helped her make the transition. I have so many doubts...even though every inch of my brain told me it was time to help her make that journey, at the same time every inch of my heart told me it was too soon.

As I write this, I can hear an enormous fireworks display being set off...literally. My house is located close enough to the football stadium to hear the fireworks celebrations when a game is going on. Tonight however, the celebration is in honor of Sophie KitTON and the love and joy she has brought to my life for over 17 years.

The thought of falling asleep tonight, without her soft fur against my skin...without her strong purr in my ear is more than I can bear. Even now sitting here in front of the computer, I expect her to come and sit next to me...waiting for me to pick her up so she can lie in my lap while I type.

Sophie has been my one constant for so long.

And now she's gone.

I know she's in a better place. Rubbing, purring and headbutting against Bristol, Tyler and Hannah. Free of the evils of cancer, free of pain and discomfort. Free of taking medicine every day, twice a day.

I miss her though, I want my kitty back...with every fiber of my being. If I could have one Christmas wish it would be to have her back. Even if it were just for one more night.

I love you, Sophie KitTON.

Rest in peace

Wordless Wednesday

Tryin to get into the Christmas spirit

Mom took the day off today to in order to use up the last of her vacation days and to get some last minute Christmas preparation completed. Instead of hitting the crazy malls though, she decided to take me over to Balboa Park for a nice long walkie.

One of the Christmas traditions here in Sandy Eggo is for the outdoor theater to put on a performance of "The Grinch". Mom decided she wanted to get a picture of me with the Christmas tree, but found it a little difficult as I got a little skeered of all those creepy "Whos from Whoville". It took a little doin for me to finally sit in front of the tree...and even then it was pretty nerve wracking for me!

In the end Mom decided it was just best to torture me thru digital art. Obviously, she has no concern over my pride or dignity...especially since she is posting it on my bloggie for all the world to see. But, check it out...finally! Snow in Sandy Eggo!!

Happy Holidays from Murphy the Red Nose Great Dane!