Tuesday, July 21, 2015
Speedway Fireworks
Tuesday, July 21, 2015
Speedway Fireworks
There is a little more 4th of July that we would like to share. GMa & GPa came for a visit for about a week around then. Aunt Cayce and Uncle Jason also visited for a few days, too. The trip was to celebrate GPa's Father's Day/Birthday combo. GPa has wanted to go to a NASCAR race at the Daytona International Speedway. So, we made it a family event and almost all of us went. (No, not Henry.) Anyway, we didn't watch the "big" race (Coke 400) which you may have heard about. That race was on a rain delay and did not start until midnight. (Fortunately, we went to a different race the night prior and we were not at this late race.) This race also ended with a big wreck. The race ended so late (around 3AM) that the fireworks they had planned were pushed for a later date. Well, that date was July 8th. They were free to the public and they allowed dogs on leashes.
So, we suited Henry up and took a trip to the track. We drove through the tunnel to get to the infield where we sat and waited for the show. We know that many dogs (and many people even) have a hard time with fireworks. They can be scary and dangerous. For most, though, they are fun and safe (when kept in the right hands). Henry used to have a hard time with fireworks, too. He did not like the loud booms and bright lights flashing. Now, however, he cannot really see and can barely hear, so as long as he is with his people, Henry does just fine at the pyrotechnics show.
We don't have any photos of Henry actually watching the lights since it is very dark and fireworks don't really translate well in still photos (unless you have a super awesome camera--which we do not). Anyway, the best shots we have are of Hank enjoying the breeze through the tunnel at that Daytona Speedway.
It was a nice night and even though it was a loud event, it was nice and quiet with just the 3 of us. #PyrotechnicPug #HenryHandlesExplosives (Figuratively)
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Love seeing Henry looking so happy and enjoying the breeze
Henry may not be able to see and barely here, but he thoroughly enjoys being with his people. Just look at that happy face.
Henry is looking like he really enjoyed himself
Henry looks like he is perfectly content regardless of what he can or cannot see or hear:)
Oh my gosh. I just love Henry so much. What a fun time for Hank!
What could be better-warm evening, favorite people,fireworks, breeze, car ride and one very happy,sweet pug named Henry. Pug hugs from pastor sue & the Colorado 2
Henry likes seeing his humans happy and getting them out of the house.
Sounds like a very fun evening to get to share with Henry! I love it that the tunnel’s breeze was a good part of the evening for him. In addition to being with his peeps!
Oh goodness! look at you Henry!! Henry, you are at the races… many are envious of you! lol
Glad you all had a great evening! xo
Wow, looks like a great time was had by all!
In the last photo Henry seems to be asking, “Hey Mom, is that a picture of A.J. Foyt on the wall?”
Cheers to Henry and family!
Sandra B—I would have to Google AJ Foyt. :( So we will take your word for it. Henry’s extended family (G’Pa and G’Ma) are NASCAR fans but his immediate peeps have almost no clue about it. So, thank you for clarifying who that guy from 1972 was. We only know enough to know that #3 was Dale Sr.
#Henry’sFolksAreNASCARDummies
No worries, I’m not too hip on NASCAR these days myself.
But, I do know A.J. Foyt from watching Indy car races on “Wide World of Sports” as a kid! ; )
The thrill of victory!!!
#HENRY’SFOLKSROCK
What a joyous face!