YouTube Thursdays - February 24th 2022
One of our rural lifestyle video playlists will be going to the dogs, Forrest and Finnegan, to be specific. And, like their famous predecessor, Mac, they tend to get plenty of attention.
Here's one we worked on this past week. We thought, for a change, we'd share our creation process with you first.
Video Creation Process:
Outline of Scenes to shoot:
Adventures in the yard - Outdoor scenes in various weather - fencing.
Deer and/or wildlife.
Checking for contraband at the door; pinecones, rocks, and sticks.
Tired dogs nap, but then are ready for more.
Dirty feet and more - hosing them down - Scenes of paw cleaning, toweling them off.
Towel Laundry and Vacuuming
Pine needles and Dog hair means we (we means Debb) vacuums frequently
Dogs looking at the night sky.
We both shoot video, and once the scenes are assembled, I, Debb, work on the script:
Rough Draft Script:
“Country living is for the dogs! We mean that literally. Plenty of space to exercise and fresh air is a good combination. For people and dogs. Plus, generally, it’s quieter in rural settings which means a more peaceful lifestyle. Less stressors.
Our two white Golden retrievers are lucky to have a dog park - at home. One of the first things we did after moving to our rural home in Camas, Washington, was to enclose an area with fencing. Boy, are we grateful too, as he keeps our two young pups safe. And, keeps area wildlife from becoming a different kind of nuisance.
To date, they have not been skunked, and other than barking at a passing deer, or a nocturnal visit from a raccoon, we’ve been very lucky.
They do manage to stir up trouble digging holes, eating mud, chewing sticks, and gnawing on pinecones and rocks. What one doesn’t think about doing, the other does. Naturally, that’s why we still monitor outside time carefully. To date, they just can’t be trusted on their own.
Fortunately, running around the yard and soaking up nature is good for all us, four-legs, or two-legs. They get us out in all kinds of weather too. Rain or shine, even sleet and snow, there’s not day off with dogs. They nap frequently from all the exercise, but wake up ready for more.
They keep us moving indoors too. What they bring in the from yard - pine needles, dirt, and debris creates a messy mixture with their long white fur. Therefore, our vacuum is frequently put to work, and there’s generally a load of dog towels washing or ready to be folded.
At the end of the day, we all take a moment to appreciate the beauty of a darkening country sky."
Next week, the final results! Happy Thursday.
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