Abby Sunshine

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers

Well, I’m not sure what dogs and vinegar have in common, but these dogs are in a parade at a Vinegar Festival in Roslyn, South Dakota. The uses for vinegar are far-reaching, so I’m sure there could be some connection. Abby Sunshine and Luna Larkspur have joined together to walk with Gretchen and me, promoting story time following the parade.

Yes, this is a pickle leading the parade. What did you expect?

I had to include the next parade photo, even though it has nothing to do with Abby Sunshine, but yes, this is my sister driving a green John Deere tractor in front of a very green building. Gotta love it.

Now as we approach the most heavily populated part of the whole parade, Abby Sunshine decides to devour a Tootsie Pop. Right there! Right in front of the crowd. I didn’t even see it happening, Gretchen quickly tried to pull the candy out of her mouth, but to no avail. There was only a stick. Notice Luna watching as Abby gets “caught in the act?”

At least we provided a chuckle or two. That naughty little dog. I guess we didn’t account for candy tempting the Duck Tollers.

Next stop, story time. . .

There were so many great kids that came to listen to A Day with Abby Sunshine in the gazebo.

They listened well- even though there was accordian music in the background. What a coincidence–Roslyn, South Dakota was the home town of a very famous accordian player, Myron Floren. I guess it should be no surprise that accordian music would be part of the festivities.

The biggest compliment was when one of the kids asked me if I had more books to read! They were a fun bunch and gave Abby Sunshine some excellent attention.

Another successful Vinegar Celebration. By the way, what are some personal vinegar stories that you have? How do you use vinegar?