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Dogs Attacked by Muslims -- Fact or Fiction? Recently there has been a spate of articles on the internet about attacks on dogs and dog walkers in various European countries by Muslims as well as multiple deaths by poisoning of beloved pets whose owners live in heavily Muslim areas of Europe. I also have a story of minor harassment over time while walking my own dogs Jack and Shelby at a local community park. Ad: Flexi Explore Tape Leash for Dogs Up to 110-Pound, Black, 26-Feet Read more here: Dogs Attacked by Muslims -- Fact or Fiction? | Christian Activities

I hosted my annual October Gathering on October 25 and finally got my pictures back. Since a slide show is worth 1,000 words, I'll just say it was a very nice time, eating in the park by lamplight, candlelight, and the light and warmth provided by our roaring fire. Since we are all lovers of Narnia and Middle Earth, we dressed accordingly. And as happened last year, a friendly raccoon or two stopped by to visit! To read about last year's party in more detail go to Halloween in the Woods.

It is so nice to have my nights off! I am still working the day job, but not as hard, not as many hours. After all, I am on vacation! Even with gas prices like they are, not to mention that fact you can't find gas in Nashville, I have had a lovely time already. I was able to take the dogs to the park yesterday, and we just ambled down side trails and paths we don't usually cover, finding new vistas to admire, and new rocks to sniff. I have discovered I am a park-aholic. I love these long walks; they are so restful and soothing. Looking at countless shades of green, the tapestry of overhanging branches, twisting vines, colorful flowers, even the variations in the color and texture of tree bark is breathtaking. The first day of autumn also brought with it the heady aroma of fall leaves on the breeze, and the first scattering of fall leaves on the paths. Even the dogs crunched leaves as they walked. The dogs love our walks, too, and it is fun to watch their reactions to squirrels,...