Mid March Playdays

Our Countess River went home at the beginning of this week. Before she left she had one more playday with Khione. I know they had fun but it was obvious our little 'Riv-boosh-ka' was pretty much ready to go home and maybe a bit tired of all the rotating playmates. She certainly enjoyed herself and we look forward to whenever she visits again.
She has been aptly renamed by our daddy for the way she wears her blankie at bedtime. It makes us laugh out loud quite literally. Every night she takes the little blanket we choose for her and she twirls herself around in it and flops down for a long nights sleep. In the morning she has her bum uncovered but the little babushka is still intact about her little face. So sweet and adorable we love you little Rivbushka.

Just one more playday Countess and you will head home with mommy and daddy and sleep all day long!

Countess River has had a whole lot of fun the last few days. She's looking a bit tired.
Khione on the other hand is raring to go!

Khione giggles at Rivbushka. Countess River is ready to defend her new name.

We had our Marchioness visit this week along with Lupin and Khione. Lil Molly is well into her senior years now and with the youngsters around, her age shows. She's still happiest with a ball to retrieve but will often dismiss most others with a loud 'bark' when they ask to play with her. She really wants to play alone or with someone who is intent on their own ball and not romping with her. 

Her fav ball this season is a squeaky strawberry stuffy.
She wont share it and often hides it when she's done.

The first morning Lupin joined lil Molly I needed to keep them separate. lil Molly was just not in the mood for a youngster and made no bones about telling little Lupin so.

lil Molly - "You just stay over there with your ball and I'll keep mine here,
and we'll be just fine."

By the time the afternoon rolled around, of course they were just fine together and made the rest of the day go so much smoother.

Lupin - "Hey! Where ya goin? Dont cha wanna play with me?"
lil Molly - "No, Go away!"

lil Molly - "I'm tired. Let's just watch and rest."
Lupin - "Borrring!"

 

Why wont anyone play with me. Im FUN!
Look I even share toys!

Lupin didn't have to wait very long. Her next day visit she had her new found buddy Khione to romp with. And, Romp They Did! 

Lupin - "Will you play with me?"
Khione - "Sure! Let's ask the lady if we can go outside?"

Khione and Lupin are becoming well matched playmates. Our sweet little Sage has left the town for awhile and may not be back for a visit for a very long time. Write soon please Sagey poo. We'll miss you!  I'm sure you're happy Lupin has found a friend in Khione.

Lupin and Sage last playday for awhile

Now with the water turned on we are spending more time in the back yard. I get to putter in the flower beds and water the dry earth and they get to go crazy while still with in my vision. Lupin is one of the 'water lovers' and keeps me laughing while I do my watering chores. 

Yay, thank you lady. I love this water more than the bucket kind!

Zoomies in the front yard are great fun, there are a lot of obstacles to zoom around and hide in and under. When they use "Cora' in their 'catch me' game, I have to position myself just right so I can still see them at all times. Usually that means I'm just standing, watching and not able to do much else. Do they care? I really don’t think so.
Here's a video I captured when River and Sage were here with Lupin. They sure have fun!

Lupin and Khione are headed for bestest buddies Im sure.

When it's time to relax, they seem to enjoy laying close to each other. I often find them sharing a space. 

Lupin - "But, I'll hold the toys until we play again okay?"

These days have the temps that are perfect for outdoor play for everyone. We're almost ready to head out of town for a few days. The visitors have been great helpers. They smiled and watched from the bed while we load up 'Cora'. I wonder if they think they're joining us.

You should ask our moms if we can come. We promise not to be any problem.

 Not this time sweeties. Maybe another trip.  I promise to try my best to take pictures and get some video while we're away. I might even find time to post a few pictures. I wonder if there's wifi where we're going?? hmmmm prolly not.

See you when we return!