Smokey Gets Sick :(

Smokey's First Weekend In October!!

Smokey couldn't catch a break this October. He began his journey on Wednesday excited for the upcoming weekend to visit Knoxville, TN for a women's volleyball tournament. Little did he expect to be visiting the doctor only a couple days later to find out not only would he not make the tournament, but he had bronchitis along with an ear and sinus infection. Smokey never imagined spending the first beautiful fall weekend inside eating junk food and watching romantic comedies!! He did enjoy spending time to himself to regain his health and relax. As Sunday came along he began to feel a little more energetic and decided that he needed to stretch his legs and go for a gander with his dear friend Koby, and large black lab! Together they went to Giant City Park by car and walked a few trails for about an hour. He didn't want to travel all 4,000 acres of this breath taking state park due to his health. When smokey couldn't run around any more, his great friend Koby picked him up and just carried him in his mouth, until he was good to go again! Giant City Park is at 37.606 latitude and -89.189 longitude. It is located close to Carbondale-- only 12 miles away!

Although Smokey received bad news from the doctor late into the week he still enjoyed his weekend relaxing, and definitely enjoyed his Sunday afternoon stretching out his legs and hanging out with his pal! He was also bummed with the Bears and Cutler getting injured but is optimistic for next week to get back to winning!