Jenny and Pi's Adventures

Farwell to cousin Caesar :(

2012-01-11T14:11:00.000-08:00

My doggy cousin Caesar, the Boston Terrier, who lived in Florida, went to Rainbow Bridge yesterday. Mom told me he had an enlarged heart. I will miss him. I know he is now with Aunt AElz, the Norfolk Terrier, and Grandpa Hutchins.

R.I.P Cousin Caesar

Pi

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

2011-12-23T09:40:00.000-08:00

Mom and I would like to wish all our friends and family and Happy Christmas and A Happy New Year. We are back to competing indoors which I like better then outside.

This past year had it's ups and downs.

The best upper was the birth of Juliet Kenley Hutchins. Mom's niece who was born March 18 in Florida. We got to drive to Florida to meet and spend time with her and Uncle Nate and Aunt Sandy and my doggie cousin's Nani and Caesar.

The rest of the year we competed at our first 2 outdoors agility competitions and we did ok.

May everyone have a Great Year to come and hopefully mom will post more this coming year hen in 2011.

Happy Thanksgiving

2011-11-23T07:53:00.000-08:00

Mom and I would like to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. We have been busy. Competed at Deerfield Agility trial in October. Ended up with a 1st and 2nd.

Mom just found out yesterday that my cousin, Mom's brother's Boston Terrier Caesar, has Cardiomyopithy. Enlarged heart. So we have Caesar and the rest of the family in our prayers.

Now that the cold weather is here we are competing indoors and competing more.

Happy Thanksgiving
Pi. Nozomi's Q T Pi CL1-HR, CGC
Jenny

Sorry long break

2011-06-02T08:27:00.001-07:00

Since my last blog mom and I have competed a couple of more trials. I finished my CL1-H and CL1-R. I competed in my first outdoors competition in Knoxville, Maryland. Got 2 blue ribbons which surprised mom.

From Maryland we went to Tenn to see some of mom's friends and meet 2 boys. They read to me a bedtime story about a dog. From there we drove to Florida to meet mom's niece Juliet Kenley Hutchins. She is cute. Mom stayed with us for a week then she went home and worked for 2 weeks then came back. When she came back I did not know it was her until she said Hi Pi and I was so excited to see her I almost turned over my crate. Hopefully she does not leave me for 2 weeks again. I played with Nani the Pug and Caesar the Boston Terrier while mom was away. I still did not want to play with Brody or Brie. We had a great time in Sunny Florida. It was very hot and humid.

On our way home we stopped at a friend of mom's. Her name is Jodi and she has a little boy named Kirian. It was nice to meet them. I think mom was excited to see her friend Jodi.

We get home and 4 days later a tornado goes threw Mass. I am glade we got home before the bad weather hit. But we did bring back the hot weather.

Pictures:
1. Me, mom, Juliet, Uncle Nate, Brody, Grandma, & Brie
2. Michelle reading to the boys and me
3. Allen sitting with me.
4. Long car ride so might as well sleep
5. Ready to go to Florida.

Hope everyone has a great summer. Stay cool and drink lots of water.

Pi

First CPE Trial

2011-02-15T08:03:00.000-08:00

That's right, mom and I competed in our first CPE Agility trail at All Dogs Gym in Manchester, NH.

Saturday February 12:
Level 1 Jumpers: I had fun running around and then I entered in the last tunnel and sniffed around because it smelled good inside then on my way out, mom was calling for me, I could not hold it longer. I peed on the tunnel just inside the exit. Guess I am not suppose to do that. Got NT, No Time.
Level 1 Full House: I had what is called the ZOOMIES. We were suppose to take 3 jumps, 2 tunnels or the tire, and 1 combo or the a-frame. we got 3 jumps and 1 tunnel. then ran out of time. But I did go to the table to stop the time. 1st.
Level 1 Standard: This one was fun and I even stayed with mom and I ran around a little but came back to mom. We had 3 faults but under time. 1st.

Sunday February 13:
Level 1 Colors: Now I did not see where mom walked on the course so I had no idea where we were going to run. Mom walked one course but then walked the second course. She wanted me to go the second course which started going up the dog walk. But I am having to much fun to not go to the TUNNELS. Yup I started the first course mom wanted to do. Under Time and No Faults. 1st and Q.
Level 1 WildCard: I decided to stay with mom and go the dog walk and then came off and ran around a little before coming back to mom and we finished the course with no problem and under time. 1st and Q.
Level 1 Standard: Last run for our weekend. End of day. Did the beginning but then I was suppose to go to the tunnel but went up the a-frame and went and visited a guy that was standing in the ring with us. I went over to say Hi but he ignored me so I went back to mom and we finished the course. Over time and some faults. 2nd.

So after the weekend I have moved out of Level 1 Colors and Level 1 Wildcard to Level 2 Colors and Level 2 Wildcard.

My name now is: Nozomi's Q T Pi CGC CL1-H

CGC: Canine Good Citizen
CL1-H: Complete Level 1- Handler

Pi

SNOW

2011-01-21T05:57:00.000-08:00

I love to play in the fluffy white stuff but not the hard stuff. When mom's schedule is not to busy we will be going skiing. Maybe this year I can trip mom again like last year.

Well I have to go out now and play in the white stuff outside. Mom just fed the little things that fly around outside. I think mom called them Birds. They are fun to watch and those big grey critters called squarrels are fun to watch them going to get the bird feed from the feeders.

Everyone stay safe and becareful driving if you have to go out.

Pi, snow bound Shiba

Our Year End Review

2010-12-17T06:16:00.000-08:00

Mom and I had a busy year this year.
- I received my CGC: Canine Good Citizen
- We started my agility training with Judy Pollard at All Dogs Gym in Manchester, NH
- We took at trip to the Terrier Nationals in Kimberton, PA with Grandma, Brodie and Brie. We had a good trip.
- We did our Christmas caroling at the Rockingham Nursing Home with the 4H. One of the girls, Jillian, from mom's club walked me.
- Went cross country skiing with mom.
- Participated in the Bark For Life walk at Massabesic Lake. Our team is the Tally Ho K9's lead by Grandma.
- Mom received her 20 year leader award from the 4H.

We hope everyone had a good year and a better year in 2011.

Happy New Year from Jenny and Nozomi's Q T Pi.

Fall Already

2010-11-08T08:15:00.000-08:00

Hi All

Mom and I have been busy with Agility classes with Miss Judy Pollard. I am having a great time. We are now in Agility 2. This is a fun class because Grandma Hutchins is in class with Brie and Norah, my breeder's daughter, is in class with my 1/2 cousin Zoey. I am not to sure about this obstacle that tips back and forth called a See Saw, but I am working on it.

I love this weather we are having right now. It is nice and cool and I have been playing with these little funny things on the ground that mom calls "Acorns". I love to pick them up and throw them around and chase them. But since Brie swallowed just over a month ago I have to be careful not to eat or swallow them. I also am having fun playing in the leaves on the ground.

Since it is hunting season I have to wear a bright orange sweatshirt on our walks. So I match mom and we do not walk in the woods because of the hunters out there.

Have a great week.
Pi

Now CGC

2010-07-09T07:29:00.000-07:00

A week ago Thursday I finally got my CGC (Canine Good Citizen). Now more obedience and beginning of August we start agility with my mom's friend Judy at All Dog's Gym in Manchester. When my certificate, patch and tag come in mom will put up pictures.

Right now I am trying to stay cool. I do not like to go out in this terrible hazy, hot and humid weather. I love it to be nice and cool. Mom has been riding her motorcycle or driving our friends car which has AC.

Well everyone stay cool and drink LOTS of water. Me I am going to stay at the house where the AC is going and I am nice and comfy.

By the way my Grandma Buttercup (Shiba Family) is now a Great Grandma. Her granddaughter Nutmeg had a litter of 5 puppies. Here is a link to see the babies.
http://www.nozomifarm.com/shibas/2010meglitter.html

Congratulations to Nutmeg and James.

Pi and his mom Jenny

Busy Pi

2010-05-18T11:52:00.000-07:00

But last Thursday night I went with Grandma, Brie and mom to grandma's grooming class. Let's just say everyone there found out about the Shiba Scream. I did let everyone know I don't like my tail brush or getting wet. Grandma brushed me and gave me my bath. Then she towel dried me, I liked that. But after the towel drying, grandma came up with this hose and warm air came out. I was not happy about that. But after she was done I looked beautiful. Photo 1: getting a bath with grandma and Laurie. Photo 2: towel drying. Photo 3: Blow drying. Photo 4: ME

Well I have been busy. Today I was with mom donating 2 sets of Pet Oxygen Masks, POMs, to the Deerfield Fire Department. A friend of ours, Charlie, found out about them. So Country Animal Tender, Ltd. donated 2 sets to the Fire Department. Chief Mark Tibbetts said they have been using adult oxygen masks on critters. These are going to help.

Time for my nape I am tired from going all over. Hope everyone has a great day.

Pi and Jenny

New Hutchins Boy

2010-04-23T15:58:00.000-07:00

Mom got the news this morning. Mom's cousin Tim and his wife Kerry had a baby boy last night. His name is Lucas Matthew Hutchins. Lucas has a big brother Andrew. As you can tell Andrew is a red head. Yes there are red heads in the family. Andrew and Lucas' grandfather, mom's uncle, was a red head but not has red.

As for me I have been going to obeidence class. I have been doing good. I am able to work some off lead. Mom is happy.
Well time for my dinner and then go out into the world of black flies. Yuck. Have a great weekend.

Pi and Jenny

2010-04-04T07:11:00.000-07:00

We would like to wish everyone a Happy Easter. This was sunrise at 6:20am this morning. This was the 3rd sunrise with my mom on Meetinghouse Rd. in Deerfield. I was a good boy.

Pi and Jenny

CONGRATULATIONS FAMILY

2010-03-05T13:09:00.000-08:00

Congratulations to Grandma Hutchins, Brodie & Brie: Brodie got his TDI; Therapy Dog. Brie: TDI and her CGC; Canine Good Citizen.

Also to cousin James and my breeder Eunice on making it onto the CPE Top Ten List for 2009. James was #5 Enthusiast dog (All Breed) in 2009.

Mom and I have been going to obedience class. We are having a good time. Hopefully soon we can start going to competitions.

Have a good weekend everyone and good luck to my four pawed family who is competing this Spring.

Pi and Jenny

Skiing Adventure

2010-02-10T12:20:00.000-08:00

This past weekend I went cross country skiing with mom and our friend Lynn. I had a blast running around on my lead. Mom does not let me off lead. We met up with 2 Goldens and 2 poodle mixes. 1 Golden and both mixes were not on lead. I was not happy when they came running up to me. Wll on on way back we were going down a twisty hill and I was good and stayed near mom until I smelt something nice on a tree but mom kept going and I had to running very fast back around the tree to keep up. Well mom got to the end of the lead and she fell. I ran right up to her and put my front feet on mom's arm and looked to make sure no one was coming near my mom until she got up. Our friend Lynn took the picture when it happened.

The next day was Superbowl Sunday. That is when I caught up on my sleep from a long day skiing. I was so tired mom picked up my paws and I did not wake up. I was one pooped puppy.

I hope everyone stays warm and sends mom's friend, the Sled dog racers, Snow.

Pi and Jenny

Happy Birthday Mommy

2010-02-03T14:41:00.000-08:00

I would love to wish my Mommy Happy Birthday. I did give her birthday kisses first thing this morning. I hope this coming year is better for her and the family. I can't wait to see what mom is doing for my 3rd birthday coming the 22nd.

Time for cake and ice cream>

PI

It Is Cold

2010-01-14T06:21:00.000-08:00

Some days have been nice. But then we have days so cold I go out and do my business then want back in. Mom likes my coat right now. She says it is nice and soft but come Spring I am going to blow it all and we going to have a fur storm. We feel sorry for our family in Florida, Georga, Tenn and the rest of the East Coast down to Key West. We are all getting the freezing weather. Hopefully soon things start to warm up and we can all spend more time outside.

Today I get to go with mom to the Town Office to register me and her motercycle. I love to go and get attention from everyone in there. Another place I love to go is Drive thrus. I get Cookies.

Well time for my morning nap after I give myself a bath. I had a good breakfast and now nap time.

Everyone stay warm
Pi and Jenny

2009 Christmas

2009-12-16T12:47:00.000-08:00

Happy Christmas and Merry New Year everyone

I am all excited to start a new year with mom. The new year is going to bring classes and more classes. Rally, Obiendence and Agility.

Mom's business has had it's ups and downs. Everytime we try and plan something someone calls. It is good for the business but hard for mom to get training time for me. This coming year we are going to buckel down and get some classes done. Maybe we can start the same time Grandma starts Brie.

Well we hope everyone has a safe and happy Christmas and New Year.

Pi and Jenny

PS: Good by to 2009

Fall has arrived

2009-11-13T15:18:00.000-08:00

Well mom had fun last night. She went to the Star Wars in Concert at the Verizon Wireless Arena in Manchester. The day before she made a gown like Princess Leia's gown in the end of New Hope. Mom got to meet Darth Vader, storm troopers, an ewok, Bubba Fett, a sand person, and the biggest hit R2D2 was there running around and "Talking". Mom got her picture with R2D2 and Darth Vader. The concert was narrated by Anthony Daniels "C3PO". They did a great job with mixing the music and the film was on a 3 story screen. The people walking around as characters are from the 501 NEG, New England Garrison. They go to conferances, parades, ect as star wars characters.

Well I hope everyone is staying warm. And keep my Great Grandpa Indy in your prayers, he is not doing to good.

Pi

Busy Beaver

2009-10-06T10:26:00.000-07:00

Since June things have been busy. Lets see Grandma got a new Norfolk Terrier female name Brie. She is a year old and fun. Plus there was Stratham Fair and we just had Deerfield Fair this past weekend. I had to stay home. Mom got to see alot of her friends from elementary school and high school. Plus my sister Zen's mom, Sarah with some of her family.

Well time to go for my afternoon nap. Hope everyone has a good week.

Pi

Sad Day on Currier Rd.

2009-06-30T08:41:00.000-07:00

Mom just got the phone call from grandma. My Aunt AElz is now "Over The Bridge" playing agility again. She is with Grandpa Hutchins, Great Grandpa Hargreaves, Great Grandpa and Great Grandma Hutchins. Uncle Brodie and I are going to miss her.

R.I.P.:
UCD Chantilly's AElfwyn of Berrybrow
CDX, AX, AXJ, RN, OAC, NJC, O-NGC, TN-N, GC-N, RS-N, TDI, CL4, TIAD, TG2, CGC, PDI.

LONG WEEKEND

2009-06-14T13:56:00.000-07:00

First on Friday mom and I spent the day with mom's best friend from high school Connie. We drove around and then we walked out in Pawtuckaway State Park. I did walk in the water a little. After Connie left mom and I went to the office and I slept. I was so tired mom put some of my toys on me and I did not move.

Then on Saturday friends of mine Trixie and Cuffy found a turtle in the front yard. Mom brought it in and I had my first encounter with a turtle. It was fun sniffing it. Then mom took it away.

Back to my nap. Today is not a fun day to be outside. Oh on Saturday mom and I are going to have our portrait done. See the church is doing pictures and portraits for the members and mom signed us up for a portrait. Then the following weekend is the Wooden Boat Show in Mystic Seaport CT. Busy month.

Stay dry
Pi

Good Luck Grandma

2009-06-10T17:13:00.000-07:00

My grandma is going for her motorcycle license course this weekend. She has a 150cc scooter so she needs a license to drive so she has been driving around the house. Uncle Brodie has to be put in the house because he barks at the scooter when grandma goes by. Aunt AElz and I just watch her go by and mom stays by just incase grandma falls.

To top off this weekend mom has a friend from High school staying at grandma's house Thursday night and Friday they are going out. Mom's friend's name is Connie. I can't wait to meet her. Pictures to come of their reunion. They haven't seen each other in 12 years.

Obeidence is going good. I am doing better on my downs and I stayed standing still while Nancy, our instructor, comes up to me and touches my back. When mom tells me to stay I do move sometime but doing better about staying. But my challenge is that when some of the other dogs move I watch them and get into trouble because I am not paying attention to mom. But when I do pay attention I get treats and a lot of praise which I love.

Next week mom will have pictures of her reunion with Connie.

Pi

Walking Injured

2009-06-01T07:19:00.000-07:00

A friend of mom's who lives in Brazil sent up this nice blanket for mom but I love it. My colors and it is nice a comfy.

Mom and I are doing very good. My stitches are almost gone and mom is walking better but still runs funny. Here is a picture of the 2 of us on the couch napping.

In a couple of weeks mom and grandma are going to Mystic Seaport and I am staying with some friends of moms. Uncle Brodie and Aunt AElz are staying with some of grandma's friends.

Well time to practice agiltiy and obiendence. I hope everyone has a good week.

Pi

BOO BOOs X 2

2009-05-20T08:01:00.000-07:00

I am healing good. But still itches. My temper is getting better every week. The biggest challenge is when I go to Grandma's and see Uncle Brodie, that is when we see how things are. Right now Grandma is sick so we are not going over until she is better.

As for mom she sprained her left ankle walking down the stairs. She did this on Monday morning and today the swelling has gone down and she is walking without those sticks. Last night in class we did ok but I got into trouble because I did not want to go down. I was a good boy and did not make noise at the other dogs in class.

Mom is now wearing glasses to read and the glasses are really pretty. They sparkle on the side and they are purple.

Time for my morning nap. I hope everyone has a good day.

Pi

Mom did it

2009-05-15T11:02:00.000-07:00

A week ago Tuesday I had a trip to the vet's office. Dr. More got scared when he saw me getting ready for surgery. Dr. Abbie castrated me. See Dr. More knew I was being shown and when mom picked me up Dr. More asked her and she said we were not having fun showing and we are going to have more fun with agility and obiedence. Plus I was being a brate with everyone. Right now I am itchy with my fur growing back.

This picture was the night I got home from the hospital. I had to wear that funny collar. Now the cut I had is almost gone.

We are now going to obiedence training with grandma and Brodie.

Time for mu afternoon nap. Then mom and I are going outside to train. Everyone have a good weekend.

Pi

New Year for Me

2009-04-23T07:35:00.001-07:00

Mom just got the information from the Teacup Dog Agility Association, TDAA. I am now registed for them and Canine Performance Event, CPE. So we have been outside the office working with my birthday present. The weave poles. They are fun and we use the small bench for a table too. Looks like everyday we are going to be working.

Well time for my morning nap. This weekend I am going to go and see my family at the Deerfield Fair grounds campground area for an agility competition.

Mom will keep you up to date with my progress with training.

Happy Spring!!!

Pi

Spring Around The Corner????

2009-03-25T11:27:00.000-07:00

Mom took me cross country sking and I got tired. We saw a lot of loss dogs running around and I was a good boy and stayed on lead but being a Shiba I wanted to go after those dogs. Before going mom put some boots on me and I did not like it. Mom laughed at me and said I looked like a cat with tape on the feet.

Hopefully Spring is coming because I want to go and play in the yard at Grandma's house. But right now we have to take it easy with my Aunt AElz. She is sick and can't play with me for a long time.

Well time for my afternoon nap.

Pi

Happy Birthday to Me

2009-03-03T06:51:00.000-08:00

Last Sunday the 22nd I celebrated my 2nd Birthday with mom. I got to have a Little bit of canned food, which I shared with 2 of my friends. I got a card, a ribbon, book on agility, weave poles, and a book on Rally.

Oh and mom's friend Jodi had her son on the 21st. Congratulations Jodi. I guess Kirian could not wait until my birthday. Time for my bath and then my nap, being 2 is hard on a little Shiba Inu.

Everyone have a good week and stay warm.

Pi

Birthday Month

2009-02-16T11:31:00.000-08:00

I did not realize mom knew some many people who's birthday is in February. Lets see Mom, mine, Leigh (Mom's Best Friend) and Joe Kenick, Jr. ( Mom's Friend). Plus mom's friend Jodi in Georgia is having a little boy this month. I can't forget my 2 sisters Zen in Candia and Zelda in New Jersey.

Well time for my afternoon nap. Then off to take care of some horses in Fremont and Deerfield. Everyone stay warm and we will talk later.

Pi

Guess Who's 40

2009-02-06T11:44:00.000-08:00

My mom just turned 40 on Tuesday. Grandma took mom to see Beverly Hills Chihuahua then had dinner at Holidays in Auburn. Then Mom's friend Lynn made a chocolate swirl cake with chocolate frosting. Even had a big 40 on top.

Mom got a iPhone for her birthday and the second picture she took with it was the picture of this husky. I found out this husky's name was Fluffy. She was mom's first dog, no wonder why the picture is over our bed. I guess mom loved her.

Well everyone stay warm.

Pi and Jenny

Snow Storm Sundays

2009-01-21T07:53:00.000-08:00

The past 2 Sunday's mom has been busy snow blowing the driveway and the walk ways. One Sunday mom had to walk to a clients house to take care of 3 horses. See the roads were very slippery and not good to drive on. It was so bad that on Highway 93 in Derry there was a 59 car pile up. I stayed in my favorite place wrapped in the blanket nice and warm.

Right now we have 22 1/2 inch of snow on the picnic table. I love to spend time outside playing in the snow. Time to get brushed out and then go to the bank for my cookie. Stay warm and have fun in the snow.

Frozen New Hampshire

2009-01-14T07:48:00.000-08:00

Right we are getting the freeze for 2009. Unfortunately mom has come down with the flu so she has to stay in bed. By grandma's orders. So we get to stay nice and warm and sleep all day. My favorite place is wrapped up in the orange afghan on the cough, as you can see by the picture.

Well time to get back to bed and sleep. Everyone stay warm and covered up. I am going back to the blanket and get wrapped up.

Pi

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

2009-01-09T08:41:00.000-08:00

Mom and I are glade 2008 is over. We had a bad year. In August we lost my great grandpa Hargreaves, October 9 we lost mom's friend Fran, she owned the alpacas, and then October 15 we lost my grandpa Hutchins. Plus there was the Icy Storm in December when we lost power for 5 days and the other side of town lost power for 7 days.

This year we are hoping for a better year. Mom and Grandma are working on getting me and Uncle Brodie to class together.

Picture 1: Mom took me to Pet Smart to pickup some treats and our Shiba Inu Calander.

Picture 2: I am trying to find out what I got in my stocking for Christmas. Goodies.

Picture 3: Here I am helping Lynn, mom's friend, with her presents. I get to help everyone.

Well Happy New Year Everyone.

Pi and Jenny

We're Back

2008-12-08T11:41:00.000-08:00

Boston was fun. We placed 1st and Winners in the Novice group for Shiba's. But did not go on to Non-Sporting Group. We had competion when we went into the Best In Breed. After competing we walked around and saw many of Grandma's friends running agility and 1 friend who was helping the Old English Sheep Dog rescue booth. Sandy did not know Mom was competing with me in Breed.

1. The picture the group we are the last ones in line.
2. We are coming back to the judge. Boy I look GREAT.
3. Here I am waiting for the judge to come up and look at me.

Well our next show will be Fitchburg, Mass. next month.

Everyone stay warm and cuddle up with someone. I love to cuddle with mom on the couch.

Happy Holidays
Pi and Jenny

Boston Dog Show 2008

2008-11-19T09:34:00.000-08:00

Yup mom just signed me up for the Boston Dog Show December 4 and 5. Here I am in my LEAST favorite place. The bath tub. I let mom and everyone else in the building that I DO NOT like taking a bath. I SCREAM. Next will be going to grandma's to get my nails done. YUCK. But I guess I have to put up with it to get the BIG beautiful ribbons for mom, Eunice and Mark. Oh Eunice and Mark are my breeders who live in Derry, NH.

Well time to recover for the bath. I hope you all have a safe and Warm Thanksgiving and a Happy New Year. When we get back from Boston mom will let you all know what happens since I can't type on the computer.

Pi

Fall Is Here

2008-11-13T10:32:00.000-08:00

The cool weather has arrived. When mom brought me in last night I was very cold, even my paws where cold. I was happy to get in my crate and warm up. Uncle Willie left to go back to Australia this afternoon. Last Saturday the boy scouts did their scouting for food. I went with mom and Charlie to the Armory in Portsmouth to help with the collection of food. I stayed on mom's lap and "Helped" put the numbers in the computer and keep mom's lap warm. Everyone likes to see me with my mom.

Everyone stay warm.

Pi

Australia

2008-10-23T08:57:00.000-07:00

Mom finally got her pictures downloaded. Mom went to wineries, saw kangaroos, koala bears, parrots, saw a lot of friends. This weekend is the Wooden Boat Forum wood cutting party at grandma's. Uncle Willie is still here and cutting trees.

Mom said she is going to go back and have Uncle Willie be a tour guide since the trip was cut short. Time to break out the winter coats and the orange coats.

Enjoy the pictures

Pi and Jenny

GRANDPA IS SAILING THE GREAT BLUE OCEAN

2008-10-16T09:56:00.000-07:00

This past Wednesday morning at 12:45Am Grandpa Hutchins, mom's dad, passed away after a very long battle with brain cancer. He will be missed by everyone who has met him. This Friday is the calling hours 4 to 8 at the funeral home at the Candia Four Corners and then on Saturday is the funeral at noon and followed by a reception at Grandma and Grandpa's house.

Mom and my family are hanging in there. Thank you everyone for your prayers we are needing them right now.

Pi and family

DEERFIELD FAIR IS HERE

2008-09-24T07:48:00.000-07:00

Yup that time of year again. Deerfield Fair is this weekend. Mom and Charlie will be in Concession #3 selling leads, collars and Watkins products. I have been going to the fair to help supervise the setup of the booth.

Then next Thursday mom leaves me for Australia until November 10th. I will be staying at grandma and grandpa's while "Down Under" mom is going to a IFYE World conference in Adelaide and then up to Brisbane area to stay with Uncle Will and Aunt Donna. I can't wait until mom gets back and she tells us all the fun she had.

Grandma will be working with me and my obedience training. Boy I am really going to miss my mommy. I will try and be a good boy while mom is gone.

Well off to the fair and finish setting up the booth. So if you are in the Deerfield, NH area please stop by and see mom in Concession #3 by the fire station.

Pi and Jenny

Great Grandpa Hargreaves

2008-09-08T16:52:00.000-07:00

Hi everyone

Last Sunday night my great Grandpa Hargreaves, Grandma's dad, passed away. While mom went down for the funeral I stayed with Lynn and Charlie Garland. I played with Trixie and Cuffy.

I just been told I am going to "Berrybrow Bootcamp" while mom is in Australia October 2 to November 11. Mom is going to a 4H World Conference in Adelaide, Australia and then visiting Uncle Will and Aunt Donna. From what mom told me Grandma is going to work me everyday on my obiendence. YUCK!!!

The 4H World conference is the International Foreign Youth Exchange, IFYE. Mom went to Switzerland back in 1996 for 6 months. She has been to 1 other World conference in Washington, DC and 1 National Conference in Burlington, VT. So look for photos when mom gets back. Oh and before the trip is Deerfield Fair September 25 to 28. Mom will be in Concession building 3 by the fire station. So come on by and see her. I am staying at Grandma and Grandpa's for the weekend.

Well time for my bed.

Love Pi and Jenny

Mom is traveling

2008-08-26T17:53:00.000-07:00

Mom just told me she is going to Australia October 2 to November 10. I get to stay with grandma and grandpa then. Boy I am going to miss my mommy. She is going to a conference in Adelaide from October 4 to the 11 then on the 11 to November 10 mom is staying with Uncle Will and Aunt Donna. Maybe when she gets back there will be some pictures from her trip on here. I want a stuffed Kangaroo and maybe an Australian coat to match with mom's.

Well time for bed. We have to get up early and take care of a horse at one place and 5 Mastiffs and 2 St. Bernards. Then meet CK, a friend of mom's, at grandma and grandpas house to put in a new toilet.

Hope everyone has a good week.

Pi

Uncle Nate and Aunt Sandy Swimming

2008-08-21T16:14:00.000-07:00

Well with all the rain in Orlando Uncle Nate and Aunt Sandy are swimming down there. Looks like I need to send Ceasar and Nani waders. Up here we are finaly getting nice warm weather. My afternoons are spent playing at Grandma and grandpa's playing in the yard and out back before dark. Mom has been mowing the lawn with a new lawn mower by Huskavana that Grandma just picked up today.

Time for my dinner and then to bed. After watching some olympics. Hope everyone is haveing a good summer.

Pi and Jenny

Stratham Fair 2008

2008-07-28T06:20:00.000-07:00

Just finished Stratham Fair . This year was great. Before the Miss Stratham Fair Pageant Lynn presented 2 scholarships and then the fair presented Lynn with the 4H building being named the "Lynn Garland 4H Exhibit Hall". For her 39 years of working with the 4H. From what I under stand Lynn was behind the design and build of the building many years ago. Then on Sunday Lynn got to see Mrs. Barker, who one of the scholarships is named after.

The 2 photos of ME mom got 2 blues and then a red on one of her Gettysburg photo and then she got Favorite and blue on her Apron she made and a blue for her blue dress.

Hope everyone is safe and staying cool and dry this summer. Time to go and take my morning nap.

Pi

TORNADO Hits New Hampshire

2008-07-28T06:10:00.000-07:00

Yup a Tornado touched down in Deerfield and moved to Effingham. It was a catagory 2 when it hit and then up to a 3 then back down to a 2. There was one death in Deerfield. A couple of mom's clients where hit but they are OK. One client is a nursery and they where flattened.

Here are some pictures 2 days after the tornado went thru. The first photo is one of mom's clients house on Route 207 the end of Echo Valley Rd. To the left of the house everything is cleared and to the right it was not touched. Reports are saying it was not wide. The other 3 photos are from Route 4 in Northwood at Northwood Lake.

Gettysburg, PA

2008-07-28T05:59:00.000-07:00

Mom had a good time at the 145th Gettysburg Re-enactment. That was the longest mom has left me. I had to spend 6 days with grandma and grandpa. Then she came back and mom took a motorcycle riding course so she now has her motorcycle license.

Photos
1: Mom on the left, YES IN A DRESS, with her friends
2: The Union Soldiers going off to one of the 6 battles.
3: 2 Union Soldiers loading muskits with a fallen brother behind them.

Favorite Nap Place

2008-06-24T07:39:00.000-07:00

Mom, Uncle Nate and Uncle Will got Grandpa a futon for Father's /Birthday. It is Cherry wood with a nautical theme cover. I love to take a nap with Grandpa. It is nice and comfy.

Next week mom is heading to Gettysburg, PA for the 145th Civil War Reenactment with the 32nd Mass. Field Hospital. Maybe after the 7th mom might put up some pictures.

Well we hope everyone has a good week.

Pi and Jenny

Mom's new Transportation

2008-06-10T11:58:00.000-07:00

Well mom got the picture of the Schwinn downloaded. It goes 30 to 35 mph, but on the up hills it goes 10 15 mph. It is funny because no one knows her when she goes by them.

Have a good day
Pi

Who turned on the Heat

2008-06-10T10:54:00.000-07:00

My mom got a Schwinn Motor scooter. She is having fun driving it around since it has been up in the 90s. It is blue and since I can't ride it I get to stay with Grandma and Grandpa and Uncle Nate. Grandma has been sending me to the basement but I am not complaining since it is nice a cool down there. Uncle Nate is going back to Aunt Sandy and the "Kids" next Monday. He has been here for 2 weeks.

I went to my doctors appointment and since Dr. More did not get enough blood for a blood test I have to go back. Other then that I am a healthy boy.

I am off to the basement again to cool off. Mom had to work in this yucky weather. The dogs do not like it. Well everyone stay cool and mom will get the scooter pictures up when she gets them downloaded.

Pi

Memorial Day

2008-05-26T12:05:00.000-07:00

I hope everyone had a nice day today. Unfortunately mom had to work. Mom took the top picture last year today and the other one is today. Boy I am losing the black.

Uncle Will has gone back to Australia and Uncle Nate is coming home June 2 to the 16.

We hope everyone has a good summer and enjoys this GREAT weather. Next time we will get pictures up from the Fashion Show this year at the nursing home. I had fun seeing people I met last year.

Pi and Jenny

Spring Clearup

2008-04-24T13:38:00.001-07:00

Uncle Willie has been a busy beaver. He has been cutting a lot of trees around the house and barn. Some friends of grandpa and grandma's are coming over to cut, split the wood, and stack it.

Well the black flies are coming out and they are "Bugging" my ears. Mom needs to get the bug lotion out and put some on me so the bugs would leave me alone. This weekend is the 1st of 3 agility trials at the Deerfield Fair campground area. I can't wait see everyone since this is the first place I met my "Mommy" a year ago.

Time for my nap. Mommy gave me a bath and I am tired from "Screaming". But I do smell nice. I hope everyone has a good Spring. Next weekend on May 4th mom is riding her bike for the American Diabetes Association Tour De Cure. She is riding 25 miles on the coast of NH. Will get pictures up after.

Happy Spring
Pi and Jenny

Aussie Home

2008-04-11T08:16:00.000-07:00

I finally got to meet my Uncle Will, mom's older brother who lives in Australia. I really like him he is fun. He is up here for a couple of weeks visiting and helping grandma and grandpa. Cutting wood, helping around the house when mom can't be there.

You like the way I sleep sometimes. I like to hold my arm when I am really asleep.

Well I hope everyone has a great weekend. The weather has been beautiful for walks. So it looks like we are going for our afternoon walks now. I like them because I get to sniff all the different smells.

Think Spring.
Pi

Congratulations Iditarod Mushers

2008-03-19T13:49:00.000-07:00

Mom and I would like to Congratulate 4 mushers who ran the Iditarod Race in Alaska. They all finished and one is now retired. They are:

Lance Mackey: First place AGAIN. 3/12 at 2:46am. 9 days 11 hours and 46 minutes. His dad is from Concord, NH.

Alit Zirkle: 21st place. 3/12 10:10pm. 10 days 7 hours and 10 minutes. Family is in Nashua, NH.

Rick Holt: 58th place. 3/15 2:49am. 12 days 11 hours and 49 minutes. Grandfather was New England Sled Dog Club president. Family is from Lyndeborough, NH area.

Deborah Molburg Bicknell: 78th place. 3/17 8:36pm. 15 days 5 hours 36 minutes. Last one to finish. She is now retired from raceing. Deborah's family is from the Lakes Region area.

We are glade they all finished. Congratulations to all the other racers who finished and the ones how had to scratch (drop out of the race). That race is 1,150 miles in the Alaskian Wilderness.

Congratulations to all.

Pi and Jenny

Happy 1st Birthday

2008-02-22T07:46:00.000-08:00

Yup 1 year ago me and my 2 sisters arrived at the Nozomi Farm in Derry, NH. Zen, Zelda and I, first known as Miss Moneypenny, M and Q. Our parents are Bella and Westly. I do get to see my sister Zen when mom and I go to agility competitions and I also get to see the rest of my family too.

First picture is of me at 6 weeks and the second picture is of me today at mom's office.

Hope everyone has a good day.

Pi

Congrates To Aunt AElz

2008-02-09T12:08:00.000-08:00

Congratulations to Grandma Hutchins and Aunt AElz on their C-ATCH. Mom was running behind in her schedule so we missed it. Bummer. Grandma told mom Aunt AElz is the first Norfolk Terrier female to get her C-ATCH on the East Coast. YUPPY. Now I have a lot to live up too with Aunt Aelz and everyone getting their C-ATCHs.

We are getting more of the white stuff tonight until tomorrow morning. Might go and see the Laconia Sled Dog Championships tomorrow after snow blowing.

Well off to take my afternoon nap with Cuffs and Trixie. Hope everyone has a good week ahead and stay warm.

Pi

Depressing

2008-02-06T13:31:00.000-08:00

Yup it is a sad week for us Patriot fans. If you have not heard they lost to the New York Giants on Sunday.

I have figured out how to get into mom's room. I can jump over the baby gate that is locked at the door. See if the gate is just leaning on the door I will not go over, it will scare me. But if the gate is locked I can stand by the gate and jump over. I have fun with mom. See one day she was shoveling snow and when she came in she called me and I did not come. So she came and found me in my bed in the bedroom. I was sleeping.

We are taking obeidence classes. I am doing OK but when the next class comes in I like to see who is there instead of listening to mom. So I get into trouble. We got 3 more weeks and then onto Rally, Maybe.

Everyone stay warm and have a good weekend.

Pi

Skiing and Super Bowl

2008-01-31T10:32:00.000-08:00

Mom and Lynn took me cross country skiing last weekend up at Bear Notch Ski center. I had a blast running in the snow and meeting new people. I was a good boy and tried to stay in the tracks but I did have to go and sniff the trees and bushes. At the end of the day I slept.

This weekend is mom's birthday and the 42nd Super Bowl. So no skiing this weekend. Mom does have to work this weekend but not during the Super Bowl.

GO NE PATRIOTS

PI

THEY DID IT, 18 &0

2008-01-21T07:32:00.000-08:00

New England Patriots have made it 18 and 0 season. Moving onto the Super Bowl against the New York Giants and Eli Manning. When mom found out they won she danced all over with me. I need to get myself a Patriots shirt now and wear it for the game. There will be fireworks going off when they win the Super Bowl.

That is it for right now. Hope everyone has a good week.

Pi and Jenny

SuperBowl Birthday AGAIN

2008-01-17T09:01:00.001-08:00

Mom just found out yesterday her birthday is on Super Bowl Sunday again this year. Hopefully the New England Patriots make it this year. See the last time the Super Bowl was on Mom's birthday the Patriots won. So everyone keep their figures crossed that the Patriots go on to the Super Bowl.

Well we hope everyone has a good weekend and watch those Patriots beat the Chargers. We will now by late Sunday night who is moving on.

GO NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS

Pi and Jenny

08 Pictures

2008-01-03T10:36:00.000-08:00

1. Garage at the fork in the road

2.Road leading out from Ranger station
3. Rod going into 4H camps from Rangers station.

Here are some I took with my phone.

North Pole Here

2008-01-03T06:00:00.000-08:00

Pi is at the house staying warm so I have to write for him this morning. It was 4 degrees when I left the house. Since I have a lot of critters to do today I decided to leave Pi in the crate to stay warm. He Loves to play in the snow and chase the ice balls and snow balls he makes. It is funny to watch him chase them and then eat them. This side of town we have about 2 feet of snow and the snow piles are big. It is funny to watch Pi play in the snow piles and try to run threw the snow.

I'll get some pictures up when I get them down loaded off my camera. Stay warm and have fun.

Jenny

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

2007-12-26T08:53:00.000-08:00

Mom and I had a crazy Christmas Day. Mom had to work but we got to open presents. I helped Ashley with Charlie's idog. I got some goodies from my breeders Eunice and Mark, they were GOOOOD. And I also got some toys that I get to play with at the office. When mom gets the pictures she will put them up.

Well I got to go take my nap and then off to take care of sheep, cats and a horse. Then we are going to Grandma and Grandpa's for more presents.

Hope everyone has a good New Year.

Pi and Jenny

Boston and SNOW

2007-12-14T09:42:00.000-08:00

I did great a the Boston Dog Show. On Saturday we got Best in Breed Puppy and our judge was James Reynolds, yes he judged at the Westminster Dog Show. On Sunday we got Best in Breed Puppy, Winners ( No points because no competition), and then 3rd in Non Sporting Group Puppy out of 7 puppies. Mom and grandma are very proud of me. I had a good time. Grandma bought me a new collar for Christmas and mom did Christmas shopping.

As you can tell I love the snow. I love to run around and chase the snow I kick up. I can't wait to go to Grandma and Grandpa's to play in the yard and with Uncle Brodie.

Well mom has to go and take care of a horse and then go and get her camera and we have to get our picture done for our Christmas Card. We will get Boston pictures up when we get them.

Happy Holidays
Pi and Jenny

Resting For Tomorrow

2007-12-07T08:26:00.000-08:00

Mom is letting me nap before our big day tomorrow at the Boston Dog Show. Last night I did sleep all night and did not wake mom. I have been having a blast playing in the snow. Today we are going over to Grandma and Grandpa's so mom can clean off the car and I am going to play in the yard with Uncle Brodie and Aunt AElz. I got a bath yesterday which I was not happy about. Now I have to get my nails clipped YUCK. Uncle Nate and Aunt Sandy are in Denver, Colorado until the 16th. They have my cousins Caesar and Nani with them.

Dave, the insurance man, just came over and woke me up. I was not happy about it. Now I have to go out and do my business and then mom has to go and take out Dr. More's dogs. Then we are going to my grandparents.

We will let everyone know how we do on Monday. Cross your fingers and paws for us this weekend. We are going in at 2pm on Saturday and 8AM on Sunday. So on Saturday we are leaving at 10am and on Sunday 5AM. Hope everyone has a good weekend and we will be posting on Monday.

Pi and Mom

One Week Left

2007-11-29T07:50:00.000-08:00

Getting everything ready for our adventure to the Boston Dog Show. Mom will be giving me a bath and I HATE BATHS and getting my nails done. I do the Shiba Scream every time. Our box is ready and mom has her clothes ready. Now we have to go out and practice with the lead. We are competing at 2pm on December 8th and at 8am on December 9th. Looks like we will be leaving VERY early on Sunday morning to get there.

You can tell by the pictures how big I am getting the one with me fitting in the bed is when mom first got me and the other one was taken yesterday (11/28/07). Boy I am getting bigger.

Well mom has to run and take out a couple of dogs and take me out for our practice time. We hope everyone is having a good Holiday. Oh the wood cutting party at my grandparents was very good. They have enough to get past the winter.

Mom will let everyone know how we do in Boston on Monday the 10th.

Pi and Jenny

Boston Here We Come

2007-11-14T10:51:00.000-08:00

Mom has signed us up for the Boston Dog Show on December 8 and 9. This weekend we are doing the scouting for food on Saturday and then on Sunday the guys from the wooden boat forum is coming to Grandma and Grandpa's to cut firewood. Plus mom is going to the County Recognition Night Friday night.

Uncle Nate and Aunt Sandy are in Seattle, Washington with Disney and Uncle Will and Aunt Donna are getting ready to buy some land (110 acres) in Wombai, Australia.

Got to run and take out a couple of Bassett Hounds. Hope everyone has a good Thanksgiving.

Pi

Fall Is Here

2007-11-02T07:08:00.000-07:00

I love this weather. I have no problem sleeping at night even during the day I love my naps. Mom has been busy. Last weekend she took the Amateur Radio course and passed on the second try at the test. She passed and now has her Ham radio licence. Mom needs to go on line and get her call sign.

Mom is getting ready for a conference in Australia next October and then seeing my Uncle Willie and Aunt Donna. I get to stay with grandma and grandpa Hutchins, Uncle Brodie and Aunt AElz. Plus she is going to Gettysburg in July and a Civil War Ball in March. Looks like I get to spend a lot of time with Grandma and Grandpa. Plus we are going to shows. On December 1st we are going to Fitchburg, MA. to compete in puppy. My full AKC name now is: "Nozomi's Q T Pi".

We are off to Concord to do some work and then take care of Alpacas and Llamas and the sheep. This weekend we are going to Currier Rd. to cut wood and maybe go up north to the camp to clean it out. Hope everyone is having a good day.

Pi

Pray for California

2007-10-24T11:27:00.000-07:00

Every time mom turns on the car the news is the California fires. Mom has a friend in Utah who is a fire fighter and paramedic. We hope she is doing OK and not in California.

This past weekend I got to see my sister Zen, Great Grandpa Bota, Aunt Moxie, Sarah, Eunice and Mark. They were at the Deerfield CPE Trials. We got to watch Dad and Grandma Buttercup run. Grandma Hutchins ran Aunt AElz. Everyone did good. Now it is time for mom to get going and signing us up for competing and obedience training. Eunice said I look good but need to get rid of the black nose and grow another inch. We will see what the judge says on December 1, 2007 in Fitchburg, MA. Now that the fair is over and no reenactments until March so mom can work with me. By next year we are hoping to go to the Shiba Nationals for breed showing in New York and the Shiba National Competition in Penn. Keep fingers crossed.

This Saturday mom is going to take a course on Amateur Radio, "HAM radio". Her course starts at 8:30am until 6pm and then the test for her licence is from 6 to 7. Right now she is studying so that means Cuffy, Trixie and I have to be good and quite. Speaking of studying mom has to get back to it and Me I get to go to sleep. Lucky me. Today is rainy and cloudy and the perfect day to sleep and do nothing.

Hope everyone is having a good day.

Pi

Sad Week in Alpaca Land

2007-10-19T08:48:00.000-07:00

My mom just found out the baby Alpaca "Tobias" in Raymond has unfortunately died of the EEE. Mom was the first one to meet him when he was born back in July. Mom was watching the farm while they were in Gettysburg at a reenactment. As you can tell by the picture he was a cutie. That picture is the first one of him when he was only about hour old.

My winter coat is coming in and it is itchy. Mom is going to be giving me a bath this afternoon after she gives an English Springer Spaniel a hair cut and bath. The English Springer belongs to Mr. Tomilson. I hope everyone remembers their ear plugs. I have been told I have a good set of lungs.

I hope everyone is having a better day then me and my mom. Everyone PLEASE use bug spray and cover up and keep a close watch on your pets. Thanks.

Pi

Rain has Arrived

2007-10-11T05:43:00.001-07:00

We are finally getting much needed rain. But I do not like it when mom puts me outside in the down pour. I DO NOT like getting wet. When I have to have a bath I let everyone know I am not happy. I scream at the top of my lungs, even when I get my nails down I let everyone know I am not happy.

Looks like I have to go out in the rain again. YUCK. But I get to go and meet some friends in Manchester. Yesterday I got to meet a new friend in Nottingham. Her name is Ginger and she is a beautiful girl that is a Black, White and Tan Shiba Inu. She was out walking with her grandma. Her parents are moving to Nottingham or Northwood. We stopped and talked to them a little and walked to the bridge. I had fun.

Hope everyone is having a good day. Mom and I have to go now.

Pi and Jenny

Fair is over

2007-10-02T08:16:00.000-07:00

Mom finally got me last night from my grandparents. She said the fair was good but on Thursday their building was a sauna because it was so hot and humid. Mom got to see a lot of people she knows and bought grandma and grandpa sweatshirts and fruit jelly slices. For me I got a marrow filled bone and I am enjoying that. Now that the fair is over we are off to more shows and this weekend mom is going to Winchendon, MA to a reenactment just for the day on Saturday.

We looked on the National Shiba Club site and my family did GREAT at the companion events in PA. My sister Zen was the youngest and she did great in Rally Novice A. Zen took first and her two uncles took second and third. So mom said we are going to be working on Rally and Breed.

Got to go now and take out some dogs. Have a great week everyone.

Pi

DEERFIELD FAIR IS HERE

2007-09-24T09:44:00.000-07:00

Well I am off to Grandma and Grandpa's from Wednesday to Monday. Mom is working at the fair so I won't get much attention so I am going to BerryBrow Hotel for the weekend. Right now things are all over because of getting stuff together and setting up their booth. I got to go on Sunday and watched Mom and Charlie put the booth together and the shelves up. I got to lay there and watch.

Then after the fair back to getting shows set up and registered for. I love going and meeting other Shibas and other dogs and people. Mom is going to register us for the Canine Good Citizen test. My sister Zen, who lives in Candia on Merril Rd. with Sarah her mom, is a CGC so I am next.

Well we are off to take care of Dr. More's dogs and then other dogs and Alpacas. Then mom has to drop her stuff off at the fair. Mom is entering a dress she made, a photo of an Alpaca baby and a photo of the seacoast. In the 4H building mom is putting in 3 photos of me and her Civil War dress and undergarmets.

FUTURE CHAMPION

2007-09-17T10:19:00.000-07:00

We had a great day on Friday at our first show. At 8:30am we went into Puppy 6 to 9 month old. We took first and then we had to go in for winners and we went against the Veteran. We took Reserve Winners. Then we had to wait until 3pm for the puppy group. We went in and did good. I did not like it went the judge checked my mouth. But I was a good boy. When we gaited mom was too fast. Then we had to line up and the judge looked at us and he pointed to first, second, third and forth. Well when he pointed to third it was US. Yup we got 3rd in Puppy group for Non Sporting Puppy out of 6. Mom was so EXCITED she had tears in her eyes and her mouth dropped open.

Grandma took photos and mom has the one with the judge and our 3rd place ribbon up top. YES that is mom in a skirt. Now we are looking for more shows to enter.

3 DAYS AWAY

2007-09-11T08:05:00.000-07:00

Mom has our tack box packed and paper work ready and she has also packed her box. We are getting ready for our first dog show. We found out there are 7 Shiba Inus competing and only 2 male pups.

On the front of Country Animal Tender still expecting an Alpaca baby that was due last Friday. They are funny animals. They only give birth as long as it is not raining. If they do not have their baby before 1pm then it is called wait until the next day. Some of them that have had babies before they usually have their baby by 10am so that means that Victoria will have her baby by 10am.

Here in Down town Deerfield we are getting lite drizzle and it is damp. This was the kind of day I first met my mom. I was cold but she let me snuggle in her coat and be nice a warm. We are going to have Grandma take a picture of us this weekend.

First Adventure Coming

2007-09-04T08:30:00.000-07:00

Well this weekend I was going to Newport, RI but things got to busy here. Pi and I have started to take Handing classes as a refresher. See we have entered into the Cranberry Cluster in Falmouth, MA on September 14th. We are only going for 1 day since this is our first of many to go. We are entered into the Puppy 6 to 9 month old dog (BOYS). Pi is handling it great getting ready but mom (ME) is a little nervous since I have not been in a show ring since December 2004 with Brodie in Boston Dog Show. But it is like riding a bike you never forget the patterns and standing your dog. Grandma and a friend of ours Susan are going to come and be our cheering section.

Then 2 weeks after that is Deerfield Fair so Pi will be staying at Grandma and Grandpa's while mom works at the fair. Deerfield Fair is September 27 to the 30, I will be in Consession Building #3 by the fire station.

Off and Running

2007-08-28T13:16:00.000-07:00

I decided to setup a blog to keep family and friends up to date on our adventures. I (Jenny) am getting into going to Civil War reenactments with two of my pet sitting clients, Fran the Alpaca lady and Lorrie who owns Folsom Farm alpacas in Raymond and Brad, Fran's boyfriend. I have been to Woodbury, CT a couple of weekends ago and September 8 & 9 we are going to Newport, RI to Fort Adams. Pi gets to stay at Grandma and Grandpa Hutchins while "Mom" is off with Fran, Brad and Lorrie. It is a blast to dress like they did in 1862. When we are there there are NO CELL PHONES AND NO PAGERS. AND NO CAMERAS, but we can have them out before the spectators arrive. I will try to get pictures at Fort Adams.

When Pi and I start obedience, Rally and Agility I will keep everyone up to date. For now you all get Civil War news. Also I will put up what is happening with Country Animal Tender. The weekend we go to Fort Adams at the Alpaca farm there is a baby expected. So far there have been 3 babies born there. 2 boys and 1 girl. 2 more this year.