Dapper Doggies

It's a frosty morning for a walk in the woods.

I make friends with Roxy the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. We exchange winter fashion tips and debate the pros and cons of a fleece-lined hood, while Gail and her companions pause for a Covid style* coffee break.

When Roxy is recalled by her owners, I turn my attention to Muriel, thinking she might offer a treat. 

Hope springs eternal in a WFT...

*Gail explains: with the cafés all closed, the vacuum flask has been much in use lately.

Posing problems

Down at Duthie Park on Saturday morning, Gail wanted me to pose in front of the flagpole. I believe the idea was to demonstrate that we had almost clear skies and NO wind. It was also a wee bit frosty.

Now generally, when Gail whisks out the camera, I have learned it's best to sit down and look hopeful. Sometimes, treats are forthcoming.

But in winter there is a problem with this approach, as I'm sure you will understand.

Who likes to get a cold bottom? Not me for sure.

So I find the optimum strategy is to squat in a 'hovering' position. A bit like (I'm told) the more fastidious type of human female does when using a public 'convenience'.

However, this is not a comfortable stance to hold for more than a few seconds…

A bit parky in the Park this morning

Sunrise in Duthie Park and the first frost of the season. 

So pretty. The perfect way to start the day.

I've said it before and I'll say it again. Isn't Gail lucky to have me? 

Saturday morning lie-ins are greatly over-rated after all.