Mount Waterman

Justin was coming down with a flu so Jen and I decided to get out of our germ filled house. The Sunday started with an early stop at Noah's Bagels for large coffees and warm bagels and once fueled, our human engines started to spark and we were excited about our selected hike. Mount Baden-Powell 9,400 ft an 8 mile moderate hike on a section of the great PCT (Pacific Crest Trail) would be our destination. The Angeles National Forest requires an "Adventure Pass" so we stopped at a ranger station to acquire one where we were informed our selected trail was not accessible due to a rock slide in 2006 that closed the road. He suggested another day hike, Mount Waterman not as strenuous but popular and enjoyable.

The trail included Jeffrey and Sugar pines, white fir and boulders to scamper on. Once again, Nature provided all the elements for a beautiful day that renewed our spirits.

Dancing with the Stars

Justin has probably participated in 4 Homecoming Dances and everyone with Rachel. Yes the two have been dating again, since late August. The two ejoyed the dance which was held in Hollywood.

Shear Heaven

So during one of Mako's rehabilitation sessions it was suggested we consider grooming him in his own environment. Weeks had passed since the suggestion and the only groomer who was willing to put up with his attitude retired; a family decision to give it a try was made.

First: purchase a professional clipper and MUZZLE

Second: round everyone to the dog arena

Third: leash the victim, Mako

Fourth: desensitize

Fifth: assign duties

Sixth: begin procedure

Seventh: shower

Eighth: reward

To our amazement he enjoyed the experience! But I guess if you had a choice to sit in a cage for hours with cage dryers, dehydrated, scared and not sure if your loved ones would return versus being smothered with affection and tenderness for hours; enjoyment would be doable.