090722 - Bellingham, Washington
7/22/2009 
Bellingham, Washington
Joe and Penelope are two of the nicest people and most gracious hosts I know.
We have the pleasure of camping out in their driveway. Its 40 ft wide so we fit easily and it is very convenient and comfortable for us.
Today Danny had a great day. Penelope decided that he should have a bath, so she and Joe got out the soap and hose and towels set up on the rear deck. At first Danny was a bit shy and confused and huddled next to me as they tried to coax him over to the other end of the deck where Joe was holding the running water. Finally he walked over and as soon as he realized it felt good, he just stood still while he got the best bath of his short life.
So far he has behaved very well, being a good guest. Penelope fell in love with him at first sight and Joe took a little longer to warm up to him but finally admitted he is a great dog and has taken on the role of trainer, helping me to teach Danny some new commands. He was doing so well until we went on a sunset picnic to the park.
It was a real challenge for Danny to try and resist running up to and greeting all the dogs that walked by us. Joe offered to hold Danny’s leash for a while and try to teach him some restraint and the polite way of approaching strange dogs. He was doing fine until Danny spotted a big dog coming down the path before Joe could brace himself and as Danny bounded forward, Joe found himself bodysurfing on the grass holding onto the leash. Fortunately Joe managed to regain control quickly but it did take a minute or 2 for the look of surprise to vanish from his face, as well as Penelope’s and mine. Danny is one strong dog and could have easily fitted the nicknames of “Moose” or “Tank”.
We have enjoyed some wonder meals both at restaurants and at the dining room table prepared by Penelope.
The weather has beautiful and warm, but according to many locals, anything over 80 is considered a scorcher and drives people into frenzy. Good thing they don’t live in Los Angeles or Las Vegas.
Bellingham, Washington
Joe and Penelope are two of the nicest people and most gracious hosts I know.
We have the pleasure of camping out in their driveway. Its 40 ft wide so we fit easily and it is very convenient and comfortable for us.
Today Danny had a great day. Penelope decided that he should have a bath, so she and Joe got out the soap and hose and towels set up on the rear deck. At first Danny was a bit shy and confused and huddled next to me as they tried to coax him over to the other end of the deck where Joe was holding the running water. Finally he walked over and as soon as he realized it felt good, he just stood still while he got the best bath of his short life.
So far he has behaved very well, being a good guest. Penelope fell in love with him at first sight and Joe took a little longer to warm up to him but finally admitted he is a great dog and has taken on the role of trainer, helping me to teach Danny some new commands. He was doing so well until we went on a sunset picnic to the park. It was a real challenge for Danny to try and resist running up to and greeting all the dogs that walked by us. Joe offered to hold Danny’s leash for a while and try to teach him some restraint and the polite way of approaching strange dogs. He was doing fine until Danny spotted a big dog coming down the path before Joe could brace himself and as Danny bounded forward, Joe found himself bodysurfing on the grass holding onto the leash. Fortunately Joe managed to regain control quickly but it did take a minute or 2 for the look of surprise to vanish from his face, as well as Penelope’s and mine. Danny is one strong dog and could have easily fitted the nicknames of “Moose” or “Tank”.
We have enjoyed some wonder meals both at restaurants and at the dining room table prepared by Penelope.
The weather has beautiful and warm, but according to many locals, anything over 80 is considered a scorcher and drives people into frenzy. Good thing they don’t live in Los Angeles or Las Vegas.
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