Richard's been out with his camera ...

and his quirky sense of humor!

Come back soon for more ...

It has been about 3 months? since I starting walking dogs at my SPCA and I have one thing to say.

These dogs are in great hands and surrounded by big hearts. They are so loved!

Honestly, when I started this volunteer work I didn't know if it would be a good idea. I worried that I would feel too sad and sorry for the dogs. I felt I might find myself overwhelmed emotionally wanting to adopt each and everyone.

Instead I feel good about my service. Every week I hear about a friend or two or three that found a great home. Every week I see shy dogs becoming more confident and high strung dogs calming down a notch or two. And, every week I fall in love with someone new ...

I love Wednesdays - meeting potential parents - catching up with the staff - smelling puppy breath and rubbing a tummy or two. I walk for miles and come home tired, relaxed and happy.

Are you "on the fence" about volunteering at your shelter? Just do it ... you will be so glad you did.

Check this out! www.GiveBackAmerica.org

"We believe our exciting new charity mall can help your organization raise money for your animal cause, without any cost to you and supporters.

As a proud rescue parent of a 2 year old yellow Labrador, I know first hand the need for fundraising. Our concept is simple, every time you shop online from your favorite online store (PetSmart, Target, Expedia, Amazon), a majority percentage of each commission from a purchase goes to your organization. All at no extra cost to you the consumer.

We believe our system will revolutionize the way America gives, one purchase at a time."
-Kevin DiQuattro , co- founder, GiveBackAmerica.org

Example:

Purchase a TV from Target.com:
Old: click on www.target.com -- purchase a TV for $1,000 -- Charity receives $0

New: click on www.GiveBackAmerica.org click on your charity/organization
click on www.target.com banner -- purchase the same TV for $1,000 -- charity receives $30-$50

I will be trying this out. Big thanks to Kevin for bringing this opportunity to our attention. - Viveca

Where this all began ... with my brother and his camera and dog beach.
You gotta give his blog a visit at http://www.RichStonePhoto.com

The Dog Beach Photo's are for an upcoming book to be released in the fall of 2007.

The majority of the dog photo's were taken at the world’s original 'Dog Beach' in Ocean Beach, California. The locals of Ocean Beach are very proud of their Dog Beach and take great exception when other communities claim that THEIR beach was the first to be soiled by man’s favorite pal.

Many other photo’s were taken at Dusty Rhodes Park, a.k.a., 'Look where you walk' Park. Both are wonderful places to run or walk your dog. Actually, the dogs run. Dog owners walk. Carefully.

Ready, set ... run for it!

It was clear that Hunter had been drinking out of the toilet bowl again ...