Celebrate Independence with PIE

Dutch Apple

Berry (whatever is in season)

German Chocolate

Ah, the 4th of July.
A day filled with family, friends, celebrating, BBQ, and in my family, PIE.
Of course in my house it's not just any pie.
It's a beautiful, slightly sweet and slightly tart apple pie,
crafted by my mom.






I was fortunate to grow up in a family that believed in pie as art.
Yes, I said pie as art...lovely, edible art.




Any self-respecting pie artist knows this to be true.
As I roll out the dough, lay it in the plate, prepared and pour the fruit,
there is beauty overflowing.
It's the type of beauty that should be admired and eaten.
Don't you think?

Lemon

Strawberry Rhubarb

Would you like to enjoy some edible art too?
I'll be making pies for the 4th of July to benefit the independence of pups. :)

Lemon ($12.00)

Mom's Apple Pie

Coconut ($15.00)
Chocolate Cream ($15.00)
Chocolate Strawberry Cream ($15.00)
Mom's Apple ($18.00)
Dutch Apple ($18.00)
Dutch Berry ($18.00)
German Chocolate ($18.00)
Strawberry Rhubarb  ($18.00)
Berry-whatever is in season ($18.00)
Pecan ($18.00)

Gluten-Free Options:
-Lemon Cream
-Chocolate Cream
-Chocolate Strawberry Cream
-Dutch Berry
If you need a pie, just let me know!
I'll have them ready on July 3rd.

Mother's Day Treats

What should you get Mom? A treat of course!

I have been asked to make a few special treats for moms around Portland,

so I thought that I would extend the offer to you as well.    

Please let me know if you would like to order something as soon as possible.

I will have treats ready on Saturday, May 10th.

Pick-up will be after the Oregon Humane Society Doggie Dash.

9” PIES:        $15.00 each

Apple----Dutch Apple ----Pecan ----Chocolate Cream

Layered Cakes- Something new and delicious 

6” 2 Layer Cakes $15.00

9” 2 Layer Cakes $20.00

Oreo Crumble Cake	Every dessert should be a party and this cake is a big celebration wrapped in Oreos and love. This Oreo Vanilla Butter Cake is packed with crushed Oreos, with a thick layer of chocolate buttercream frosting and topped with Oreo crumble buttercream frosting.
Almond Poppyseed with Fresh Strawberries	Almond Poppyseed Cake layered between strawberry buttercream, and topped with fresh strawberries.
German Chocolate Cake	If a classic is what you’re looking for, then look no further.  This is the cake for you!  Two moist layers of chocolate cake, and a sweet and gooey caramel frosting laced with coconut and pecans, in between. Simply delicious!
Dreamsicle Cake	A delicate, moist orange flavored cake layered with vanilla buttercream, and topped with orange ganache.
Vanilla Butter Cake	If you enjoy making a cake your own, then this is a good choice.  You can layer this dreamy cake with your choice of vanilla, chocolate, coconut, or berry buttercream.  Any way you choose, it’s delicious!

Breads:   $10.00 per loaf

Orange-Cranberry

Lemon- Blueberry

Apple Pie

Cinnamon Chip Swirl Bread

Along Came Moose

Every day is a chance for something to change.

Many days might seem mundane,

But this day was definitely not that.

Actually, whenever I build a fence it feels like Christmas morning.

And this morning is extra special, 

because I've been waiting for the perfect dog to sponsor a build for...

specifically a border collie who needed space to run free from a chain.

And along came Moose.

His human heard about Fences For Fido on 99.5 The Wolf,

And applied for our help.

After a few road bumps,
and the unrelenting dedication of Jessica, Andrea, and Larry, who worked tirelessly to actually make it happen...

The day had finally arrived for this sweet, shy and very nervous boy.
So, we cut, build, and tie...

Making a safe place for Moose to run.

All the while, Moose is hanging out, prancing...supervising our progress.
Are we doing ok Moose?
Yeah...I thought you'd like it.

Then it was the moment of truth...

FREEDOM!

Moose was a bit unsure of his new area, 

but he soon became more comfortable and explored.

So, THANK YOU!  From me and Moose for making this fence possible.

We both are overjoyed with the love and support of all of YOU!

I may look happy in this picture, but nothing makes me happier than this...

...a useless chain. 

Now that is something to really celebrate! 

Want to see more useless chains? 

Join in the fun and volunteer with us at Fences For Fido.

It will change lives...yours and the dog you help.

That promise is guaranteed.

Do Something.

Anything.

Just do something to help someone else.

It sounds so simple, but people come up with excuses to avoid it.

And I get it.

The weekend is your time.  

Time that you get to do whatever you want, 

and relaxing is high on most of our lists.

But have you tried volunteering for something that you love?

You must love something...

a passion that would benefit others?

You know what my main passion is...

this is it.  

My heart and my life...

it's all about the love of dogs.

Especially dogs in need.

No matter how stressful my week is,

when I get to Saturday...I can feel myself relax.

It's rejuvenating to help others.

No really...it is.

Try it and you'll see.

This week it is all about Moose.

Moose is a young Border Collie living life outdoors at the end of a chain.

Near his home is a very, VERY busy highway, so running free for this dog is extremely dangerous.

Therefore, tied up is the life that Moose knows.

His human loves him, and Moose loves his person, but like so many people

his person doesn't have the means to provide him a safe place to play and run.  Moose's human is struggling...and well, fences are expensive.

But, that's where Fences for Fido can help.  
And this is the build that is being built because of this...

 and because of YOU!  Yes, YOU!!  

This fence is being funded by all of you who have supported my bake sales 

and have consumed mass amounts of sugar and love.

THANK YOU!!

So many people have helped with this build, including my students.

A small group of dog loving kids painted this house just for Moose.

How cute is this?!

Phase 1: Post Setting for Moose.

It was a very wet day, but that doesn't stop us.

Nope. Not us.

We have waterproof gear 

and we are always prepared to use it.

Due to the heavy rains, there was a river running through the property...which actually worked out well for preparing concrete and washing tools.

Reusable and sustainable.

Boom!

See, we're not scared of a little water or mud.

We're here for the dogs.

Nothing will stop the dedicated volunteers with Fences for Fido.

The river may run through this fence, 

but I was sinking in the mud...that's what's happening above.

Ah...now that's a group.

Thank you to all my beloved friends here and all around.

You have made my life so full 

and I'm so thankful for every minute.

Want to learn more about how you can help us?

There are so many ways!

Check out the website at www.fencesforfido.org

or on Facebook

Believe me, little things make a difference.

Just because you don't have a lot, 

doesn't mean that you can't do something.

All my love,

Lori