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Image Name Date Description
Henry Arooing Fall 2001 This is Henry demonstrating one of his favorite pastimes, arooing. Vicky is trying to talk on the phone.
Kevin Dublin Playing Golf December 2002 Kevin Dublin is playing with a golf club in our living room at 2012 Carroll Drive. Note the empty gatorade bottle, a common fixture at 2012 Carroll Drive. If you look closely, you can see pictures of Sean, Vicky, Jimmie and Henry in the background.
Vicky on Screened In Porche April 8, 2002 Vicky and Henry on the screened in back porch of 2012 Carroll Drive. The new bar from Sam's Club is in the foreground. Vicky's laptop with the missing shift key is also present.
Henry at Angel's Rest November 3, 2002 This is Henry at the top of Angel's Rest. Ryan Schutt is sitting next to him.
Vicky, Jimmie and Henry at Angel's Rest November 3, 2002 This is Vicky (with goofy face), Jimmie and Henry at the Angel's Rest overlook.
Vicky, Jimmie and Henry at Angel's Rest November 3, 2002 This is Vicky (with nice face), Jimmie and Henry (both having better things to look at) at the Angel's Rest overlook.
Vicky and Three Dogs Sleep December 8, 2002 Vicky (with short hair) is sleeping in the computer room because of construction in the master bedroom. She is joined by Jimmie, Henry and Maggie. Photo taken by Sean Herrala
Henry Wakes Everyone Up December 8, 2002 This picture is dark, but it accurately depicts the chaos resulting from Henry's aroo. Please also refer to Vicky Sleeps with Three Dogs. Vicky was sleeping peacefully until Henry spotted Sean with the camera. This picture catches Henry arooing. You can see a blurred and startled Vicky react to the aroo.
Henry, Jimmie and Sean Sleep October 27, 2002 Due to construction in the master bedroom, Sean is sleeping in the computer room. Jimmie and Henry are joining him. Henry is in his "safety spot".
Henry, Jimmie and Sean Sleep October 27, 2002 Due to construction in the master bedroom, Sean is sleeping in the computer room. Jimmie and Henry are joining him. Henry is in his "safety spot".
Henry and his Baby December 21, 2002 Vicky bought this stuffed animal as a Christmas present for Miranda Barnes. Unfortunately, the dogs adopted it as their own. This is Henry with his "baby". Melanie White and Bill Cygielnik are in the background.
Henry and his Baby December 21, 2002 Vicky bought this stuffed animal as a Christmas present for Miranda Barnes. Unfortunately, the dogs adopted it as their own. This is Henry with his "baby". Melanie White and Bill Cygielnik are in the background. Note Bill's crutches.
Henry, Eric and Larry November 9, 2002 Henry cowering next to Eric Goad on the 2012 couch. Larry Bowman is in the background.
Henry on Deck July 1, 2002 Henry on the 2012 deck on a foggy day. The satellite dish and its stand (built by Stacy McMahon and Sean Herrala) is on the left.
Henry on Deck July 1, 2002 A chubby (and blurry) Henry sits on the deck on 2012 Carroll Drive.
Henry on Ice December 5, 2002 After a snow, freezing rain caused an ice sheet to cover all the snow. Henry was too light to break through the snow. This is a picture of him on top of the ice.
Henry and Sassy March 31, 2000 For a brief time, Henry had a playmate his own size. This is sassy, Matty Bayliss' kitten. Henry and Sassy are laying in the computer area of 313 Pheasant Run Ct.
Henry as a Puppy ~September 1999 This is puppy Henry sitting on a blue chair at Grandma Lib's house.
Family Portrait September 2001 "Us and the mutts" as Sean says.

This picture was taken by Barbara Herrala on top of the deck of our house.

Dad and Presents December 25, 1999 Dad obviously can't wait to open his presents. He fell asleep while we were doing our routine present distribution. Henry takes advantage of Dad's slumber to get a pillow.
Dad and Presents December 25, 1999 Dad obviously can't wait to open his presents. He fell asleep while we were doing our routine present distribution. Henry in foreground. Jay in background.
Vicky, Jimmie and Henry at Frozen Cascades January 18, 2003 Vicky, Jimmie and Henry on the ice in front of the frozen Cascades.
Vicky, Jimmie and Henry at Frozen Cascades January 18, 2003 Vicky, Jimmie and Henry on the ice in front of the frozen Cascades.
Vicky, Jimmie and Henry at Butt Mountain Overlook January 18, 2003 Vicky, Jimmie and Henry at Butt Mountain Overlook
Vicky, Jimmie and Henry under Rhododendrum Tunnel January 18, 2003 Vicky, Jimmie and Henry under a natural tunnel made of "hibernating" rhododendrum. This path led the hikers to a minature version of the Cascades. The dogs are keeping warm with their sweaters, while Vicky sports a handmade chenille hat and a handmade fleece scarf. And her QualTrax jacket, of course!
Vicky, Jimmie and Henry at Butt Mountain Overlook January 18, 2003 Vicky, Jimmie and Henry at Butt Mountain Overlook. If you look closely, you can see one of Jimmie's back paws are wrapped up. He had a cut on his foot that was sensitive to cold. Kevin Ledman did a marvelous job wrapping the foot up before the hike and it never gave Jimmie problems.
Vicky, Jimmie and Henry at Butt Mountain Overlook January 18, 2003 Vicky, Jimmie and Henry at Butt Mountain Overlook. If you look closely, you can see one of Jimmie's back paws are wrapped up. He had a cut on his foot that was sensitive to cold. Kevin Ledman did a marvelous job wrapping the foot up before the hike and it never gave Jimmie problems.
Henry Hates Cows March 2, 2003 On the way to the hike, we passed a number of cow fields. We stopped the car and discovered that Henry hates cows. He arooed obsessively at them. Here is his right after one such aroo. Ryan Schutt is in the background.
Henry, Ryan and Jimmie March 2, 2003 Henry, Ryan and Jimmie on the Johnston Trail. My CCS bookbag is in the lower right corner.
Jimmie, Vicky and Henry March 2, 2003 Jimmie, Vicky and Henry in front of Bent Mountain Falls, the second largest falls in Virginia.
No Pets March 2, 2003 We didn't realize the trail prohibited pets. Here is Henry posing by the sign at the very end of our hike.
Muddy Henry Cowers March 2, 2003 On the way home, Henry (who hates car ridges) cowers behinds Jimmie in the back seat. Mud stains are present on the seat.
Henry and Jimmie Sleep March 2, 2003 Henry is typically too busy worrying to sleep in the car rides... but we were able to catch him dozing off with Jimmie. There is also a lot of mud on the seat from the dogs.
Henry and Jimmie Sleep March 2, 2003 Henry is typically too busy worrying to sleep in the car rides... but we were able to catch him dozing off with Jimmie.
Henry at the Falls March 2, 2003 Henry in front of Bent Mountain Falls, the second largest falls in Virginia.
Vicky, Henry and Jimmie at Creek March 6, 2003 Vicky, Jimmie and Henry pose at the creek. This is when the hike is still unnervingly flat and two huge mountains loom ahead.
Jay and Henry at Creek March 6, 2003 Jay walks Henry by the creek.
Jay and Henry Wait for Slow Vicky March 6, 2003 Sometimes Jay would actually run up inclines, taking Henry with him. Henry could easily keep up with Jay, but every so often would turn around and make sure I was still on my way. I was, but quite slowly. Here is a picture of Jay and Henry waiting for me.
Jimmie, Vicky, Henry by the Rocks March 6, 2003 Vicky, Jimmie and Henry look down the path at Jay.
Henry, Vicky and Jimmie at the Top March 6, 2003 Here's Vicky, Henry and Jimmie at the top. Jay took this picture leaning back on the rock. That's his crotch and legs in the very bottom of the frame.
Tinkling on Tinker Cliffs March 6, 2003 Jay is urinating while Henry lurches forward (we gave him plenty of water!)
Henry and a Weird Tree March 6, 2003 Here's a picture of an interesting tree we saw on the way down. All the times I struggle to get Henry to look at the camera and here he is looking at it perfectly when I'm not even intending on photographing him!
Dogs Climb Bridge March 6, 2003 Jimmie and Henry start up a bridge to cross the creek.
Henry on Rocks March 17, 2003 Henry climbs on some rocks off of the Appalachian Trail on John's Creek Mountain. Jimmie's hindside which saw some action earlier in my car is also pictured.
Jimmie and Henry Pant on Rocks March 17, 2003 Jimmie and Henry on some rocks off of the Appalachian Trail on John's Creek Mountain. They are hot from the steep trail so far.
Henry and Ersatz Knob March 17, 2003 On our way back, we discovered this overlook, which we thought was Kelly's Knob. Later we would discover this is a case of mistaken identity. The real knob was much bigger. Nonetheless, here's Henry with the ersatz knob's view.
Henry and Ersatz Knob March 17, 2003 Happy Henry looks out the ersatz knob.
Henry on Kelly's Knob March 17, 2003 Henry on Kelly's Knob...blinking
Jimmie and Henry on AT March 17, 2003 Jimmie and Henry on the AT. This is a good shot of Jimmie's leather Virginia Tech collar.
Henry on Rocks on the Fireroad March 22, 2003 We took the fireroad up the first leg of the hike. Here's Henry on some rocks on the side of the fireroad. I like the blue mountains and the background and the goofy look on Henry's face
Henry on the Pseudo Knob March 22, 2003 After an easy 2.5 miles, the trail got a lot steeper. Eventually Vicky had to rest on a little knob. Here's Henry checking out the view while Vicky catches her breath.
Vicky, Jimmie and Henry On Knob! March 22, 2003 Vicky, Jimmie and Henry made it to the top. Thanks to the kindness of two strangers, Catherine Canton and John Carter, this picture of all three together (and a "hovering" stranger to boot) was taken.
Vicky, Jimmie and Henry On Knob! March 22, 2003 Thanks to another group of strangers, Vicky Jimmie and Henry got this picture with a bit of the view behind them.
Patriotic Henry March 22, 2003 Someone had hung a flag at the top of the Knob. Here's Henry in front of it.
Henry and Jimmie by "Knob Pools" March 22, 2003 Henry and Jimmie on the rocks at the top. If you look closely you'll see little pools of water have collected in the crevaces.
Henry Looks at Griz March 22, 2003 Jimmie and Henry weren't the only dogs at the top. Here Henry looks at Griz. This picture shortly proceeded Henry Arooing at Griz.
Henry on Knob March 22, 2003 Herny stands on the rocks and a stunning stratification of peaks is in the background.
Henry on Knob March 22, 2003 Henry enjoys the view. Tinker Cliffs and another hiker's legs are in the background.
Jimmie and Henry Walk on Ridge March 22, 2003 Jimmie and Henry pause on a ridge. Wrinkly mountains are behind them.
Jimmie and Henry with View of Tinker Cliffs March 22, 2003 Jimmie Admires the view. Henry's hindside is also pictured. Above and a little to the right of Jimmie's head is Tinker Cliffs.
Henry Hates Soldiers April 5, 2003 In addition to cows, Henry hates soldiers. En route, our car was stopped by a large number of cadets marching down main street. Henry arooed viciously at them. Unfortunately, this picture cuts off his mouth. However, you can see some of the soldiers out the window.
Henry On Dismal Falls April 5, 2003 Henry stands on Dismal Falls
Jimmie and Henry on Rocks April 5, 2003 Jimmie and Henry stand on some rocks at the top of Dismal Falls
Flying Henry! April 5, 2003 To get some shots at the bottom of the falls, the dogs and I climbed down some mini-cliffs. Look and Henry go as he jumps to a ledge!
Henry Posing, Jimmie Digging April 5, 2003 Henry on a rock that overlooks Dismal Creek. Jimmie is digging in the background. So much for "Leave No Trace", huh?
Henry's Stuck April 5, 2003 After many failed attempts, how did Vicky manage to get Henry to stand still long enough for a picture of him by the creek? Look closely-- his leash is caught on the terrain. Henry's STUCK!
Climbing Henry April 5, 2003 We've already seen Henry's ability to descend cliffs. Here's him taking on another challenge-- climbing a small rock.
Henry on Suspension Bridge April 5, 2003 On the other side of 606, the AT had a suspension bridge crossing a creek. Here's a picture of Henry (and Vicky's knees) on that bridge. This picture was taken before both Vicky and Henry realized that the bridge will rock if accidentally encouraged. You can tell because Henry is erect and not cowering close to the planks.
Vicky, Jimmie and Henry at Dismal Falls April 5, 2003 Jimmie, Vicky and Henry at the top of Dismal Falls. This picture is courtesy of a friendly stranger named Evan.
Group On Trail April 12, 2003 The group stops for photo ops. Shawn is on the far left, followed by Jennie, Zanz, Henry, Carolyn, Oliver (trying to escape his muzzle-leash), Sean (playing with GPS) and Ryan.
Vicky, Jimmie and Henry By Falls April 12, 2003 Vicky, Jimmie and Henry on many of the observation stops en route.
Reunited April 12, 2003 The group reunited at the top. Here's Sean, Jimmie, Vicky and Henry.
Stacy at Top With View April 12, 2003 Stacy McMahon poses with the view behind him. Also behind him are Shawn, Ryan, Henry's head, Oliver, Kirk and Deanna.
Group at Top April 12, 2003 Henry is in the foreground looking back. Behind him are Shawn, Zanz, Jennie, Ryan, Kipp, Kirk and Deanna.
Henry with Bandana April 12, 2003 Henry tries Vicky's bandana on. Carolyn's leg and bookbag are in the background.
Family Reunion! April 12, 2003 Kimbo and Henry pose next to each other. They both have beagle blood in them, though one of them more a little more than the other (as demonstrated by that one's piercing AROO!). Deanna and Vicky help facilitate this picture.
Sean, Carolyn and Henry at Top April 12, 2003 Sean, Carolyn and Henry at the top. Henry is wearing Vicky's bandana.
Henry's Short April 12, 2003 Vicky holds Henry up, so he can see the falls over the rock wall. Carolyn and some other tourists are in the background.
Sean and Henry April 12, 2003 Sean and little Henry at the bottom of the falls.
Family Portrait at the Bottom April 12, 2003 A family portrait as the adventure comes to a close. Sean and Henry are posing perfectly. Meanwhile both Vicky and Jimmie are doing goofy things with their mouths.
Vicky, Jimmie and Henry at the End April 12, 2003 Henry, Vicky and Jimmie at the very end of our journey-- back at the bottom of the falls.
Sean and Henry April 6, 2003 Sean looks at Henry while he sits on the rocks.
Sean and the Dogs April 6, 2003 Sean, Jimmie and Henry pose on the rocks with the view behind them.
Vicky and the Dogs April 6, 2003 Vicky and the dogs pose with the view behind them.
Sean and Henry Wait on Trail April 6, 2003 As many do while hiking with Vicky, Sean and Henry find themselves waiting on her.
Vicky and Henry On Log April 6, 2003 Vicky and Henry rest on a giant log. They are looking at approaching hikers.
Our First Cache Find April 13, 2003 Our first geocache find! Sean (not pictured) was the navigator with his new GPS system.
Jimmie and Henry on Wind Rocks April 19, 2003 Jimmie and Henry look left (away from the overlook) at Wind Rocks. CCS backpack is in the background.
Jimmie and Henry Stay April 19, 2003 Jimmie and Henry show off their new skill, "Stay"
Jimmie and Henry "Stay" April 19, 2003 As you can see Henry sometimes has his own interpretation of "Stay". He's arooing at some sounds made by raindrops on the leaves.
Jimmie and Henry on Wind Rocks April 19, 2003 Jimmie and Henry on Wind Rocks--- again looking away from the overlook!
Henry Looks At Lake May 2, 2003 Henry stands on some rocks and looks down at the lake.
Introducing-- the Henry Pillow May 2, 2003 Innovative Jimmie creates a pillow for the car ride home.
Henry at Dam May 4, 2003 Henry stands in the grass in front of the dam.
Jimmie, Vicky, Henry on Trail May 4, 2003 Jimmie, Vicky and Henry pose by a little creek that crossed the trail.
Henry and Jimmie at Upper Falls May 4, 2003 Jimmie admires the Upper Falls. Meanwhile, Henry admires something else.
Vicky, Jimmie and Henry with View May 4, 2003 Jimmie, Vicky and Henry with a view of Narrows below. Evan's forearm is also in the picture.
Henry, Vicky and Henry in Front of Marker May 11, 2003 Vicky, Jimmie and Henry pose in front of the Audie Murphy Memorial. This picture was taken by a Paul Stewart of Florida-- a thru hiker on the Appalachian Trail.
Dogs on Rocky AT May 10, 2003 Lily, Henry and Jimmie hike amoung rocks and blooming rhododendrums.
Henry on "Triangle Rock" May 10, 2003 Henry looks down from the "Triangle Rock". Meredith's boots are in the background.
Vicky and Dogs at Top May 10, 2003 Vicky and all three dogs at the top of Dragon's Tooth.
Vicky, Jimmie and Henry June 1, 2003 Jimmie, Vicky and Henry pose on McAfee's Knob. Tinker Cliffs is in the background.
Moon, Sunny and Baby Henry Play Circa September 1999 Moon and Sunny welcome little Henry to the Sawyer home in Occoquan
Sunny and Henry Circa September 1999 Giant Sunny and little Henry on the kitchen floor.
Zanz Teases Henry January 10, 2004 Zanz teases Henry (maybe because of his sweater) in front of a snowy bridge. Oliver is in the background-- still waiting on the other end of the bridge.
Henry and Dad Look at Each Other December 1999 Henry and Dad gawke at each other while Sean looks on.
Tatsuya and Henry 2000 Before leaving with Ohio, Tatsuya lets Henry sit on his lap one more time.
Henry on Sean 2000 Henry makes himself comfortable on Sean's back.
Vicky and Animals Winter 2000 Vicky cuddles on the couch with three pets--- Henry, Stench and Jimmie.
Ryan and Henry 1999 Ryan and Henry on the couch at Pheasant Run. Sean's back is in the background. Sean is standing in his usual evening spot in the doorway looking out at the parking lot.
Henry on Rock Stairs April 10, 2004 Henry posing on the rocks at Bald Knob.
Henry and View of Craig Creek Valley 7/2/2004 Henry with Craig Creek Valley in the background. This is a little over 6 miles into the hike.
Henry and Lunch 7/2/2004 Henry on some slanted rocks that overlook Craig Creek Valley.
Big Tree Little Beagle 7/9/2004 Little Henry by one of the largest blazed trees on at the AT
Henry's Tired July 21, 2004 Although the mileage wasn't the largest he's done, Henry found himself tired near the top. Here he is resting next to my camelback (present from Cory Herrala) and some yellow wildflowers.
Brave Henry Approaches Donkeys August 22, 2004 Henry bravely approaches some donkeys off of the AT.
Scared Henry Flees Donkeys August 22, 2004 Two donkeys look at Henry with interest. Henry runs away.
Vicky, Jimmie and Henry with Donkeys August 22, 2004 Vicky photographs the dogs and donkeys
Hiking w/Donkeys August 22, 2004 Vicky's used to hiking with dogs... but with donkeys?!?!
Henry's Floppy Ears August 22, 2004 Henry's ears flop before he crosses a bridge.
Vicky and Henry November 19, 2004 Vicky and Henry pose on some rocks near the top of John's Creek Mountain.
All Smiles December 25, 2004 Everyone is happy in our last Christmas in Occoquan Virginia.
Henry & Snow February 5, 2005 Henry on a snow covered Appalachian Trail. Dog prints weren't the only impressions in the snow. THe trail was covered with deer prints! Guess the deer found a "deer trail" already in the making!
Henry and Gazebo February 6, 2005 Gateway Park has a new gazebo! Here is a picture of Henry in the gazebo.
Vicky, Jimmie and Henry at Carvin's Cove March 13, 2005 Vicky and Jimmie pose in front of a view to Carvin's Cove. Henry snuck into the picture at the last minute.
Henry Above Carvin's Cove March 13, 2005 Henry on the rocks with Carvin's Cove in the background.
Dogs on Snowy Trail March 18, 2005
These pictures are from a hike Vicky took on her 30th birthday!

Jimmie and Henry were ahead of me on the trail, you can gather from the angle that a steep decline was coming up. This picture also demonstrates the large amount of snow still on the trail despite the 50 degree weather!

Henry and Rhodos March 18, 2005
These pictures are from a hike Vicky took on her 30th birthday!

Henry with the afternoon sun shining through the rhododendrums. This is from the blue-blazed trail that leads to Angel's Rest

Henry Near Angel's Rest March 18, 2005
These pictures are from a hike Vicky took on her 30th birthday!

This was taken nearly 10.5 miles into our hike. Henry poses on the AT right near Angel's Rest.

Henry and View March 18, 2005
These pictures are from a hike Vicky took on her 30th birthday!

Henry sits in front of a more spring-like view on Pearis Mountain

Henry on AT May 30, 2005 Henry sitting on the Appalachian Trail. Some mountain laurel is blooming to his right.
Grandma Lib's Dress April 22, 2006 A number of years ago, my Grandma Turnock made me a few dresses for work. She passed away over 6 years ago, but the dresses are still in good condition and they still fit! I wore one of the dresses to Jodi Vandervort's Baby Shower.

Jimmie and Henry snuck into this picture. Also the blue thing you see in the bottom right is a Bosu Balance Ball-- a great workout tool!

Whoops - No Bridge May 6, 2006 The bridge over Stone Creek was destroyed in a hurricane. Lily and Henry climbed up the stairs only to discover there was no place to go!
Henry at Wind Rocks August 27, 2006 Henry hanging out at Wind Rocks. Mike Ellery's back is also pictured.

                                                                                                                                                                                             
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