New Year's road trip

Not long after all of the Christmas festivities died down, we got into the car and went for a road trip to Richie's parent's place in Kamloops. I don't mind driving in the car now, as I get to ride in the back seat, close to Richie and Christine. I sleep most of the time anyways.

When we got there, they had snow! We Berners LOVE snow! I mean, we get snow once in a very long while back home, but it seems like this is a normal thing here. We went down to a doggie-friendly area by the river, where there was so much snow!

I ran along and snuffled my nose through the snow, smelling for all the different things that lurked under the surface. When I would come up for air, I'd have snow on my face; sometimes Richie would toss snow at me, and I would try (in vain) to catch it in my mouth.

But after an afternoon of running around in the snow, I am sooo tired! I can barely lift my head off of Richie's chest!

Buddy

Christmas-time (again)!

It is that time of year again, it's Christmas! I don't even know what this is all about really, but every year, when it gets cold outside, the humans spend time putting all sorts of new things in the living room. They even put this thing that looks (but doesn't smell like) a tree, right where I take my afternoon naps. 

"Don't mind me, I halp."

I don't really mind, as this time of year is also accompanied by lots of cooking and baking, which means more kitchen fallout and snacks for me! And this is also when Christine no longer goes away during the day - she is around all day like Richie for me to hang out with.

There aren't many presents under the tree, but who needs them when you have me?

In the morning, we opened up our "stockings" and I got some tasty treats. Then I tried to help them open their presents, but I quickly got scolded for trying to eat the wrapping paper! When will I learn?

Our annual Christmas photo

Later in the day, we went to the Johnson house for more presents and treats. More yummy treats and delightful smelling food. I didn't get to eat it, but licked the plates clean - yum!

Now that Christmas is over again, I am really pooped! I wonder how long it will be before we celebrate Christmas again?

Buddy

My new step-sister!

We went for another long drive yesterday, and we ended up at my brother Cooper's place again! But when we got there, there was a surprise waiting for us - a baby sister! As with all puppies, I usually give them lots of room, as I don't much like excitement. But River, that's her name, was quite low-key, and so I was ok letting her get close to me. 

Long ago, Cooper's humans used to have two Berners, and so now they are a 2-dog family again. I'm pretty happy that I get to have my house all to myself... I mean with Christine and Richie too.  

As you can see, she's pretty small compared to me and Cooper, but that will change over time, from what I hear. Sure, she's pretty cute, but I can still pour on the charm... just look at me getting cozy with Richie on the armchair!

Buddy

Working for a living

Very early this morning, Richie put me in the car, and we went to work! I have done this before, so I knew what to expect, yet I was still anxious and nervous. Richie had to tie me up every time he would step away, as I would cause a ruckus and try to knock things over! But after a while, we got into a big van, and ended up here.

I got mobbed by the cast and crew; the show is called "A Million Little Things". All I know is that in between each take, I would get lots of attention from the humans working on the show. We spent most of our time walking back and forth on the sidewalk, which got kinda repetitive for me.

For those that aren't familiar with working in TV & film, it can be really boring, and sometimes we'd sit or lie down for long periods. Thankfully, it was a pretty nice, sunny day, or else Richie would have gotten cold - I of course, never get cold!

Buddy

Point Roberts with my brother Cooper

We went away for the weekend, down to the cabin in Point Roberts. We were only there for a short while, when who shows up, but my brother Cooper and his humans! This was different than our normal meet-ups, where we walk for a while then go home... this time they stayed with us at the cabin!

I showed Cooper around the property, along with all the best places to poop and pee. When we weren't lying around on the front lawn of the cabin, we would go for a walk down to the beach. 

One day, the tide was way out, and we were able to walk and explore way out on the sand bars. Of course, I'd find a nice tidal pool to lie in, so when we got back to the cabin, I had to get rinsed off in the backyard. Even with an impromptu bath, I'd do it again anytime!

"Wait! We don't need to go back already!"

Buddy

Beach day!

This morning, we loaded up into the car and went for a drive to a new place that I had not been to before. But once we got there, my brother Cooper was waiting for us! We went down to the beach, but since the water was low, the sand went on forever!

So Cooper and I ran and ran, and did our play-fighting as we bounced along the sand bars. But after a while, we got tired, and took a break for a bit. Thankfully, someone thought to bring along some fresh water with us, as the water here at the beach tastes funny.

After we had pooped ourselves out (literally), we continued to stroll casually along the beach with Christine and Richie, and Cooper's parents. When we came across a tidal pool that was deep enough to cool down in, I'd lay down in it.

It was a great day at the beach with my brother, but now I am exhausted! Time to resume my favourite pastime - napping.

Buddy

A new camera

Recently, Richie got a new camera, and so now when we go places, there's always a big production around getting me to sit or pose just right for him. I mean, I know I'm a pretty handsome guy, but you have to admit, this new camera makes me look good!

My favourite swimming (wading, really) spot down on the Fraser River.

Hangin' in the backyard beside Christine's garden.

Sitting in Richie's spot on the deck at the cabin in Point Roberts.

Stay tuned for more great photos of me!

Buddy