Tucker and the Cousins

     No matter how short the journey or how long, our four-leggers love their ride in the car. Hmm...come to think of it, maybe not all four-leggers enjoy getting in that car or truck.
     I suddenly had a memory from many years ago of our dog Tammy. She had an unexplainable fear of riding in the car, especially a long journey. For our summer trip to the cabin, Mom had to give her a vet prescribed tranquilizer to calm her on the journey.
     My dear friend, Tucker, is exactly the opposite; he anxiously paces by the truck door as he awaits the opportunity to hop onto the truck seat. Even if the trip is just a mile down the road, he savors the ride. Every ride, whether long or short, is very important business to him; nothing goes unnoticed as he sits straight and tall on his truck seat.
     Earlier this summer Tucker was fortunate to be in the co-pilot seat of Steve's truck, as they made the long journey to the Twin Cities. I can imagine the joy that surged through Tucker when he realized this ride was more than just a quick trip to town.
     Once they reached their destination, Tucker was able to spend a couple of fun filled days with his four-legger cousins.
     Later this summer he was able to reciprocate their 'city hospitality' when the four 'cousins', Meea, Chin Sue, Dolly, and Gabby, made their annual trip to his home on the lake.
     I'm sure he spent considerable time trying to teach his guests the fine art of 'Fishing-Tucker Style'. Many hours were spent in the water, followed by a hurried roll in the sand. Even a relaxing kayak ride was enjoyed by Chin Sue while Auntie Diane did the paddling.
     Even though this lake country is his domain, Tucker, being the patient gentleman that he is, always lets his guests do whatever they please. I'm sure there were many times that he sat back and chuckled as he watched his guests perform some silly antic.

     As nighttime came Tucker and Meea were ready for some much needed rest. "Ah, the comfort of having a buddy close by after a busy day on the lake."

     So long, I'll see you soon!