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On Easter Sunday, we went to Chestnut Hill in Philadelphia for lunch and a nice walk around town. The weather was a perfect 74 degrees.
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After lunch we walked through the neighborhoods, looking at all of the old houses. My son took the leash for awhile.
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Our destination was
Pastorius Park. It is a dog park in Philadelphia.
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Stella was enjoying getting out and about today. She has been cooped up for so long it seems.
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Checking out something in the water.
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The is an old building in the park with some beautiful murals painted all around the whole building.
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Very pretty.
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All kinds of dogs enjoying the weather today.
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I thought of Ina when I saw this one. Not nearly as regal as
Halle!
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Big Boy.
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Not only all kinds of dogs, but all kinds of humans too!
Wowza!
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After our our long walk through town and the park, we were tired and thirsty. Now we have a long walk back to the car. A wonderful day, to say the least!
Then home to prepare a wonderful honey baked ham, pineapple stuffing, homemade macaroni & cheese, and a wonderful homemade New York cheesecake with fresh strawberries. To top it all off, Amy will be coming home. I just love it when the four of us are all together under the same roof!
I hope you had a wonderful weekend too!
XOXO