I went back to Eklutna Lake again today after looking at my old photos from when we had the memorial for my dog, Baby. I easily made it back to the correct spot where I found the butterflies yesterday. I finally decided I had found the correct tree, but was surprised that the hook that held the little birdhouse was not there. Upon closer inspection, I found a tiny hole in the tree that was obviously not natural. It was the hole where the hook had been. I suppose it's possible that the wind was so strong that it ripped the house and its hook completely off the tree. But I really don't think that happened. I suspect that someone, likely the park ranger, saw the house, realized it was not natural and was offended by it, so removed it. I won't plan to put up another one. But at least the butterflies still mark the spot. They are very hard to see, so didn't catch the eye of whoever removed the birdhouse. I may put a couple more butterflies in obscure places to add to the memorial.
It was a beautiful day to be up there. Bella enjoyed running all over the place exploring every bush and tree. It's so beautiful in winter before the lake freezes up because the reflections are still visible.
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