The Pickering family(which always includes Rufus:) had a very enjoyable Independence Day. They attended a community gathering that included a cookout, music, games for the children and a speaker. Because Rufus is afraid of the loud sound that fireworks make, Mom, Dad, and Pickles brought him home a little early and stayed by his side…

Pickles and Mom are getting lots of cucumbers from their garden and tomatoes are just starting to ripen. Their eggplant and okra are not too far behind….yum, yum!

Pickles and Rufus are having a grand time so far this summer. Today Mom and Pickles are going to the library. Rufus loves it when Pickles reads stories to him:)

Pickles and Mom are making Dad’s favorite meal for him today. They also have a surprise Father’s Day gift. He is getting a new pair of Docksiders (shh, don’t tell:)

It’s official… Summer break has arrived for Pickles and Rufus! The two best friends are sleeping in this morning and after breakfast, a full day of play and naps for Rufus is on their summer schedule:)

Pickles saw her first baby cucumber on the vine today! Within a few days, it will be ready to eat. Yum…cukes, vinegar, salt, and pepper! Rufus will stick to his doggie treats:)

It is quite hot outside today so when Pickles gets out of school, she and Rufus will play outside after the sun goes down. Until then, the two best friends will play “hide the chew toy” inside:)

The Pickering household is still sleeping but soon they will all be awake and Memorial Day for their family will begin. After attending the service for our fallen soldiers, they will attend a community picnic and then Pickles will take Rufus to Will’s house to play in the pool.

Pickles and Rufus are attending a Memorial Day Picnic this weekend with her parents.  There will also be a service to honor our fallen soldiers. The long weekend has begun.

Pickles and Rufus are playing next door with Will and his dog, Houston. Pickles and Will are playing in the pool while Rufus and Houston are napping under the shade tree:)