the ebb tide and human cycles can be quite beautiful first thing in the morning

So the days are getting shorter. And one of the benefits of the season change is taking Nick out in the morning and being greeted by the moon and stars. Every morning, my guy relieves himself under Orion. I even saw a shooting star last weekend! I wasn't able to capture the constellations on this tiny machine, but the moon was bright enough to make an impression. Here it is in all its binary glory.

the sunlight patches for nicky dog to dream

I don't know why I didn't post this when I took it, but here's a rather angelic Nicky dog sleeping in a patch of sunlight, while I was watching the Michigan State football game this past Saturday. He loves sunbathing, and he loves napping. This was a moment of bliss.

the troublemaker

I was filling the sink with water, getting ready to do some dishes when I hear banging in the next room. I walk in to find Nick playing with my shoe. Here he is looking innocent for the camera, but just how did my shoe end up on his blanket? Hmm? Busted!

how you like them apples?

Could it be? The autumn's creeping in! College football's in full swing (MSU's in fine form!), the weather's cooling, pumpkin flavored coffee drinks are appearing, and now fruit is falling from the trees. I love this time of year!

september and seals

I know it can be cliche, but I very sincerely can't believe it's September. I didn't have a summer, though it seems to have had me. But I'm not complaining. It was a wonderful few months. I love this time of year, as the world transitions toward autumn. Last year I kicked off September by visiting my folks; this year it was a trip to the zoo.