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My son Joshua and his dog Moose at Folly Beach, S.C.

Sometimes it’s good to take a break and go away for a reset. A change of scenery with sunshine and the ocean breeze does the soul good. We did this recently. We sort of made a spur of the moment decision to go somewhere different for some rest and relaxation. For some reason we picked Folly Beach just south of Charleston, S.C. This is a quaint little beach town. We made sure to find a dog friendly place so Joshua could bring his dog Moose, Tides at Folly Beach was a perfect spot and everything was within walking distance. Once my husband Ron parked the car, we didn’t get back in it until it was time to go home. It was refreshing to not be in traffic. Even the local restaurants were dog friendly. Rita’s was across the streeet from the hotel. They even had a dog menu and the items were served on frisbees. Joshua ordered Moose scrambled eggs one morning and he loved it. The restaurant was even playing the song Who let the dogs out.

We thought we were going to be there before “peak season” but we just missed it. Peak season started on May 1 so Moose was only able to go on the beach before 10 am and after 6 pm. He really loved it though and enjoyed meeting the other dogs. I’m glad we brought him along. He did really well.

Our old 15 year old rescue Joy had a “staycation” A friend came to stay with her while we were away. She too got some rest and relaxation without Moose always trying to play with “Granny Joy”. My friend sent a picture and video of Joy enjoying her rest while she played “dog music” off YouTube. I’ve never heard of “dog music” but it apparently made Joy relax and fall asleep. (I played it on my iPad this afternoon and both Moose and Joy looked at me like, “what are you playing?”)

I’m truly thankful for the time away with my little family. Sometimes life become kind of chaotic with the constant same routine. It’s good to take time to get away to rest and refresh, then you return ready to “go at it again”. The weather was perfect and the sounds of the ocean, so refreshing. We need to do this more often and we will definitely return to Folly Beach. If you have never been and would like a family friendly low key place to enjoy, this is it. (Especially if you want to bring your fur babies too)

It’s important to take a break and take care of yourself so you can continue pouring into others. Be blessed!!

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Moose decided to nap by his food/water bowls.

We are rounding up day 3 of having a puppy in the house along with our old Queen Joy who is now 14. Joshua’s puppy Moose, is an 8 week old BernaDoodle and let’s just say, “he’s the life of the party”. He is very playful, mischievous, a chewer (he’s teething), a ball of energy and wants so bad to play with old “Granny” Joy. He jumps at her, tries to chase her around and bite her tail and takes her toys. He has his own. She steals his food. The last three days have been comical but a load of fun. We’ve all spent more time on the floor than we have in years. Moose is the sweetest and Joy is too. Now if they could just learn to coexist.

With yesterday being Easter, we decided to watch our service “live” on tv. My first Easter ever watching in my pajamas. Ron was laughing because I was dancing to the choir music. Well it was “Resurrection Sunday” and an awesome time to celebrate our risen Savior. We scratched the traditional ham lunch and had hamburgers, baked beans, chips and deviled eggs instead. Grandma came for lunch and to spend time with us before heading to my brothers. The first two days, Moose only had one accident but today he had two.

Moose hiding under the table he likes to chew on before the legs were sprayed with “bitter apple”. He doesn’t like that.

Today Ron and I were watching the dogs while Joshua was out. I finally got Joy into one room with me and closed the door so she could rest. Ron watched Moose in the other room. I texted him asking, ”Has he settled down yet?’ Ron responded “Nope”. About fifteen minutes later he texted me again saying, “I think he is finally settling down .” I told Ron we were the “dog referees” of the house. Hopefully one day soon I can get a picture of Joy and Moose together. Right now one is chasing the other or they are both tuckered out.

Joy is a rescue and has always been a timid anxious dog. Ron took her to the vet recently for a check up. She evidently has “white coat” anxiety because she climbed up on Ron’s lap while there. That was before Moose came. She’s got arthritis is one hind leg too. This shall definitely be an interesting season with no dull moments. Stay tuned for more puppy news.

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All “tuckered out”