We recently returned from our vacation to the Northwest and during our visit, we made a trip to what I consider to be one of the most beautiful places on earth, Butchart Gardens. I had wanted to take some nice pictures of Lane but she had other plans. But despite her defiance, and while dodging the crowds, I was able to sneak in a few shots of her and the wonderful garden.

This one is overlooking the Ross fountain.

Just off a path near the redwood forest-

Near the rose garden

In the Japanese Garden-

And since Lane spent most the time frowning or running, the following don't include her.

This is part of the Italian Garden:

The famous 'Sunken Garden'


A glimpse into the beautiful and fragrant rose garden-

Not every day was grumpy for Lane. We did have a nice time on Whidbey Island near Seattle. This day, she did finally look at the camera. Well, sort of. At least she smiled. :-)