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Doggie Day Swim – Alexandria Event Photographer

Dogs are awesome.  There is very little that makes me happier than hanging out with a bunch of dogs.  So it was with great delight that I photographed the City of Alexandria’s Doggie Day Swim yesterday at the Old Town Pool.  It was packed and there were dogs everywhere, which was totally fantastic.  Their owners were pretty cool people, too.

Doggie Day Swim - Old Town Alexandria

Doggie Day Swim - Old Town Alexandria

Doggie Day Swim - Old Town Alexandria

The doggies were really hilarious about getting into and out of the pool.  Some were great leapers – capable of massive jumps and splashes.

Doggie Day Swim - Old Town Alexandria

Others simply barked at the tennis balls floating around or yipped at their owners.  They so badly wanted the balls, but just couldn’t make it into the water.  Getting out again was a hilarious endeavor.  Most of the dogs couldn’t pull themselves up over the side of the pool so they had to splash around looking pathetic before some kind soul would help them up.  For their efforts, the doggies made sure to splash the heck out of everyone shaking off.

GeorgeSeptember 8, 2010 - 10:11 pm

These are awesome, Amber!

SadieSeptember 13, 2010 - 8:25 pm

Bob – what a ham!! Love all the pictures, what a fun day!

Tuesday On the Web

Those Tuesday-after-a-holiday days, they are very sneaky.  You think you can get away with not posting and then you realize you have committed to do your “on the web” roundup.  So instead of having a new photo, here’s proof that my husband thinks I’m totally awesome.  And yes, my link roundup for the week.

On the Web

What should I do to my work laptop before I leave my job? I’m not quitting my day job any time soon (it’s pretty great, actually) but I do need to get a new laptop in the near future, which means turning in my old one.  This is a good resource for anyone turning back in computer equipment for whatever reason.

Why going to the gym is a waste of time, money and resources Loved this article about how studies show that exercise doesn’t actually help you lose weight and keep it off.  Awesome, since I just joined a gym.  Of course, like anything, knowledge is power.  Don’t eat your way to oblivion and you’ll be fine.

Maryland Renaissance Festival

Ah, the RenFest.  Honestly, I was both disappointed and impressed with the festival.  Not quite as many over-the-top enthusiasts as might have thrilled me, but at the same time, quite an impressive showing by the festival producers.  I hadn’t been to a renfest since I was a little kid.  The buildings, characters and overall showmanship are excellent.  But like most of the world, the people-watching is the best part.

Kids and adults at the Maryland Renaissance Festival

Kids and adults at the Maryland Renaissance Festival

Kids and adults at the Maryland Renaissance Festival

Kids and adults at the Maryland Renaissance Festival

After a while, we figured out that the people in the best costumes were part of the festival.  Though some of the guests had come in full regalia, they really couldn’t touch the people who were actually paid to be there.  And I must say, the entertainment was bangin’.  We saw a juggling act that had us rolling in our seats laughing.  Good times!

Characters at the Maryland Renaissance Festival

SaraSeptember 6, 2010 - 6:04 pm

Katherine Parr is related to Colin! That’s why his middle name is Parr. Little known fact. :)

AmberSeptember 7, 2010 - 12:37 am

I totally forgot about that. Pretty awesome.