Can you really call it work if it's fun? Tonight was the fabulous exhibition of Anna Debenedictis. The setting, Agave's Gallery at Agave, 140 Seventh Avenue South was perfect. I particularly enjoyed the use of candles that reminded me so much of Greece. The white walls and the clean look of the space was just perfect. I would definitely go back for a meal there because the food was good as well. Alright, off the topic of food and some great frozen margaritas...the photos were truly as gorgeous as they appear to be online. I liked the ones of her puppy, Argenta the best but there were a few that were a close second. I overheard the exclamations of a family that saw their dog in a photograph and said that they had to have that portrait. I knew exactly what they meant. When I saw the pieces, there were a couple that I said, "I love that." That's not an easy deed, to get me to say, "I want that." Especially with regard to photography because I'm a snob when it comes to artwork and a lot of the time, I will not enjoy photography as much as paintings because I am so interested in the use of charcoal, pastels, pencil, ink, paint, string, glue, clay, anything of substance. Photos are smooth and glossy or matte. I now realize that the difficulty in capturing a beautiful or sensibly appealing subject of scene is in the ability to make it come alive, instill emotions and feelings in those that view it. I spoke with someone there who said that the weimareiner in one of the photographs, well, we all know it was Argenta again but anyhow, that pose was so classic of her own dogs movements that she wanted to go home and be with her dog. I knew exactly what she meant. She does seem to capture the soul of the dogs. It is just beautiful. When I have my own space and my own bakery I will definitely need to get some of her work. It's just so good.

There were some gorgeous dogs here at the gallery. Montana, a beautiful Saluki mix, 2 years old and perfect manners. I would have adopted her right on the spot but I already have Katie and I'm fairly certain that Montana will be adopted very soon. She is a beautiful dog with an amazing personality. She'd be great to run in Central Park with and she lies down and relaxes and is very calm as well. Everyone commented on how sweet she was and despite her long legs and her physical appearance being similar to that of a greyhound, she managed to pull off the appearance of a small dog by folding herself up into a little ball when she lay down on the floor to rest. Bishop an adorable Maltese was being extra polite and sweet. Everyone wanted to say "hello" to him. I do believe he already has an owner prospective so he will probably have a happy home by the end of this week. Both of these dogs can be found on the Animal Haven website at http://www.animalhavenshelter.org/

It was great to see our friends from Leashes and Lovers, Sheryl Matthys and The Barkin' Arts founder, Pamela Carrier and directors Lin Randolph and Ronnie Schultz. We also met some really great people who volunteer for Animal Haven as well as Jennifer Bristol, Associate Director. Anna Debenedictis was as lovely and gracious in person as she had been on the phone. We were lucky enough to win a raffle prize for Katie, a gorgeous leash and collar by Sherpa Andiamo. I actually love the pink houndstooth especially since Katie's old leash is blue and everyone keeps asking about our "good boy dog." Not sure if Katie gets offended by the mix up of genders but I'm glad her leash is pink now. That's all I'm saying...

Ok, now I'm really pooped. No, no not really but yes, I'm tired.

Goodnight all you fans of Honeybark-land. We have another fun busy day tomorrow.