At a whopping four-months-old, Penny has no shortage of youthful exuberance. When we visit the beach her joy for life is always on full display. (As are her ears.)
“I’m never going home!”
But not everyone can be a puppy. Did you know there are some people out there who are over thirty years old!? One of those geezers happens to be my brother James. And as fate would have it he just moved to Chicago with his dog Dutch!
Like James, Dutch is a senior citizen. I remember Dutch’s heyday as a lunatic pup but at ten years old he’s past his prime. Or so I thought. As we do with all new city-pups, my gang introduced Dutch to Montrose Dog Beach. Dutch, in a way I can’t recall seeing in years, went romping mad!
Pure puppy-faced joy from the old man
Dutch bounded through the water with reckless abandon
Even Eko and Penny stopped to admire the display
And then joined the romp themselves, of course!
The crew tore up and down the beach. Dutch soon learned the lesson all dogs do…
“This puppy is crazy!”
Chicago’s happiest new citizen
It was incredible to watch Dutch shed the years as he reveled in the sand and surf. I think this old dog found his fountain of youth!
Ha, the ‘crazy eyes’ pic is priceless! You’re so lucky to live near the lake, it’s too much fun.
I never really considered it when we moved, but it is such a huge advantage to have a dog beach nearby.
Fun day at the beach, the beach sure does make old dogs young. I took 10 yr old nellie last weekend and she had a ball and was so young again.
Great photos, Will. I’m so happy for you to have your bro there.. Mine comes to visit me several times a year, but as we grow more mature (both in our 70’s), the harder it is to make an 8 hour driving trip.
I had an idea for costumes; although the three musketeers is really a good one, I love the idea of three kangaroos on the loose. For sure, Penny can pull it off. Have a great time you guys (and gals).
Dottie and Tuffy-Cat
Long drives are just the worst, so it’s nice not having to always drive to NJ to see my family. Penny undoubtedly has the kangaroo bounce down!
GO DUTCH GO!!!! We look forward to seeing more of you and your play dates with your counsins!
Wally & Sammy
PeeS: mom says you (Will) had better watch it, you young whipper snapper!
Haha, what’s the fun of having an older brother if you can’t talk trash??