The Windy City

I visited this stunning city...

Ate plenty of this...

And got to spend time with these cuties...

I love his face in this picture (I wish I could remember why he made it)

I can't believe this handsome stud is growing up.

This dog cracked.me.up. Especially when she came down the stairs.

This one is an absolute sweetheart.

Princess S wanted to do the timer she was very proud of this picture.

We visited the incredible aquarium.

And for the main reason for this trip - my cousin got married. Here are some pictures. I found these pictures on my aunt's FB page. It was beautiful and wonderful to see my family.

Honestly, I had a BLAST. A BLAST I tell you. I want to go back.

Uncanny

Brad and I are members of a Border collie rescue agency. My heart breaks when I see these beautiful animals in need of a loving home or else face death. Tears formed instantly in my eyes when I saw this guy on the rescue board, and well, just take a look at him. One look and you can imagine the plight it put me in.

The resemblance to Sydney is uncanny, he is just a very sad Sydney.

I told Brad if he doesn't get rescued I will find a way to get him, and then I mentioned Tuffy C wants a dog - what better dog than this one?

Anyway, the pup's name is Brandon, and no, we do not have three dogs. He was rescued and now lives in Maryland with a wonderful family. [And I'll be honest, I was a tinsy bit disappointed].

By George, we made it.

HAPPY 4th of JULY !!!