
One of my favorite places in the whole wide world is the Lagunitas Beer Garden in my hometown, the lovely Petaluma, CA. Since it's in a parking lot next to the brewing facility, they are able to offer a lot of special beers. On a recent sunny afternoon, a group of friends and I sipped flights where we got to sample four different selections. Have you ever tasted beer this way?
And the 2009 World's Ugliest Dog Is . . .
Another Petaluma scorcher for this year's Ugly Dog Contest! The 2009 champ was a new face who won me over with his pronounced underbite, which he uses like a scoop to get the food in at mealtime. Ha. Even though the last several years have featured lil pups like the late Gus, this time a big pup's top dog.

Four-year-old Pabst and his owner, Miles Egstad, came from Citrus Heights, CA — the Boxer mix was super sweet, loved the shade, and seemed to be rather sleepy before his turn on stage. Resting up for his time in the sun, I bet. We got a glimpse of Pabst, blue ribbon and all, so see one more cute pic (and hear what his owner had to say about the win) when you read more
Behind-the-Scenes Video from the 2008 Ugliest Dog Contest!
I loved chatting with the charming contestants – and their peculiar pets – at the 2008 World's Ugliest Dog Competition. I was so excited to see the pooches that I nearly forgot all the other fair fun! From ferris wheels to funnel cake, there were plenty of things to keep me occupied 'til showtime. See the Sonoma-Marin Fair through my eyes . . . leading up to Gus's big moment in the sun! Enjoy!
