HORSE SEASONS I begins a new series featuring horses and the life I shared with them for several years. I will always be grateful to Mary Gaudio for the opportunity she gave me to again be with these amazing and wonderful animals and friends. Enjoy the ride!
HORSE SEASONS I – NEW FRIENDS, THE PONIES – By Tim Olson Read More »
Lorelie and I are delighted to introduce two special Golden Retrievers, Kala and Sandy to you.
Before you enjoy these “Golden Moments” with Sandy and Kala, I will quote poet Stanley Kunitz making a significant point about the life we share with plants and animals:
“There’s something very important to me about having a kind of relationship with plants and animals, that can be transacted wholly without language. The warmth of one’s body is a form of communication. The stroke of one’s hand is a means of communication . . . I get a sense of reciprocity that is very comforting, consoling. . .
SPIRITLIFTERS VI – GOLDEN MOMENTS WITH KALA & SANDY Read More »
We celebrate Sue’s 80th birthday with a special post about memorable Presidents’ Holidays at Lake Quinault Lodge.
FOR SUE T’S 80th BIRTHDAY – LAKE QUINAULT MEMORIES – By Lorelie & Tim Olson Read More »
Olson birthday & Memorial Day retreats! SUCH FUN! Swimming, croquet, campfires, hikes, rafting, eating, drinking, visiting on the patio.
OLSON FAMILY SCRAPBOOK VII – MINI-REUNIONS IN SHADY GROVE – By Lorelie Olson Read More »
Lorelie and I brought Tricia home in September of 1964. She was the first of 9 Golden Retriever SPIRITLIFTERS in the Olson family Golden Retrievers were a relatively unknown breed then but the loving qualities and the beautiful conformation that endeared her to us would soon make the breed known for being the perfect companion dog.
Within Tricia’s first year, she became a welcomed presence in our extended family’s and friends’ homes. When Lorelie and I flew to Virginia for a vacation with Dave and Betty Olson’s family, Tricia also had a vacation with Grandpa and Grandma Olson in the Skagit Valley. The post is the letter Tricia with Grandpa’s help sent to us in Virginia.
SPIRITLIFTERS V – TRICIA & GRANDPA ROY OLSON HAVE A “DOG’S BALL” By Roy Olson Read More »
Agnes, the precocious cat narrating AGNES ON THE MOVE gives us glimpses of sharing her life living with the Olsons and other dogs and cats.
COZY CATS IV – AGNES “LIVE” Read More »
Our acre mountain garden never had a fence and our dogs, their friends and uninvited guests roamed free throughout the area, often where we didn’t want them to ramble and play. We decided that current very social and playful resident golden retriever Spirit needed a fence. We found it entertaining to watch the visiting dogs reason out how to find the remaining unfenced parts of the yard. Paul & Toni mentioned to Lorelie and me that some dogs were clever (mostly female) and figured out how to get in to play with Spirit. “Watch Hannah – she can find any opening in a minute or two. If there’s an opening, she will find it.”
SPIRITLIFTERS IV – PETS ARE MORE THAN COMPANIONS. Read More »
Several cats, both ours and our friends, have graced our lives. This post is a special tribute to them.
COZY CATS PART III – SOULFUL CATS Read More »
After two years of restoration, Freyja enters a renewed life of sailing, maintenance, fun at the dock, and future plans
FREYJA SAGA V – At Home in Everett Marina Read More »
Michelle,Karl, and Jan huddle in the chill to review the day’s plan What began in March, 2009 with a phone call about Freyja’s history concludes with Freyja’s relaunching on April 11, 2011. More than Freyja’s launching takes place, Karl becomes the owner of Freyja and her skipper. Lorelie and I warn him that we will
