Look at that smile . . . As Ginger nears her first birthday, she is filling out and looking like a dog for crying out loud. We've never seen a puppy so happy and loving life, every day is a celebration.

Paczki doesn't seem too thrilled on this Monday, but Ginger (in front) is ready to lead the pack in a group sing of "Monday, Monday" from the Mamas and the Papas. Really, for no reason at all, have no idea . . . at all, really.

The girls love going for rides, so on one of the very first warm days of spring Paczki and Ginger were happy to hop in and take a spin around the countryside for a bit with their heads out the window soaking it all in.

"I'm leaving, on that midnight train to Georgia . . . " Please join Gingersnap and the Pips as they sing your favorite golden oldies, including the 1973 classic, Midnight Train to Georgia!

Couldn't help but think of the old but excellent Credence Clearwater Revival song with John Fogerty belting out "Doo Doo Doo lookin' out my back door" when I saw the girls line up watching a squirrel . . .