Snow queen.  She looks kind of regal lounging there atop the snow mound.  Funny thing is, this pup is not regal and less than five minutes earlier was racing around like the boys on that sled with a full on ice beard, while barking like a maniac.  Sadie is not regal.  But she is one of the kids and in ways she is the oldest watching out for her younger siblings.  She was simply catching a quick rest , during a break in the action, despite her regal appearance.  She was keeping a very close eye on the action unfolding before her, ready to jump in when things picked back up. 

Sadie is our 8-year-old Australian Shepherd mix.  She came to us at 4-months old through Safe Haven.  She is the most intelligent, gentle, sweet and loving dog I've ever met.  We are so lucky to have her in our family :)