Jasper, snooping under some apple blossoms. Sneaky, sneaky, sweet
There are two seasons that suit Jasper and I really well: spring and fall. In both, the earth is still very much alive and full of things to experience without having to deal with either extremely hot or cold temperatures (I hate being cold and hot weather makes Jasper uncomfortable, what with the permanent parka and all that jazz). Spring and fall are like Baby Bear’s belongings in the Little Red Riding Hood story – just right. That having been said, I tend to favour spring knowing that once it has run its course we’ll still have two more season of great weather ahead (although I’m sure that if he could express an opinion, Jasper would pick fall, what with him being winter’s biggest fan and all. But I digress).
Now that spring is here, Jasper and I are jumping at every chance to get outside and make the most of all the beautiful weather. Between my love of exploration and his disregard for trespassing laws, we’re always finding and looking for new places to visit. In fact, as I was originally writing this, we were wandering up an old country road for a while before we got back to the trails and headed home for dinner (but as it turns out, the WordPress app for my Blackberry has opted to be a wanker and doesn’t submit posts anymore. Wanker).
I didn’t get to spend nearly enough time with Jasper in the warmer season last year. This time, I want to make the most of it – I’ve already started looking for great camping spots and pet-friendly hotels in areas I’d like to visit. If you have any suggestions for some good dog-friendly places to visit in Ontario, Quebec or the bordering US states, I’d love to hear them! (I’d also love to hear any recommendations for bug repellants that would be safe for both of us! The mosquitoes are already awful!)
Jasper discovers trails where there weren't trails before. His eyes also glow ominously in most photos taken on my Blackberry.
