You Can Never Have Enough Dog

Yes it's true - I love my dog.  He's my best friend.  I could spend the whole day with him beside me, watching my every move, wagging his tail when I speak to him.  I love to take him with me everywhere I go - in the car, to the park, for walks around the neighborhood, to his favorite store: PetSmart. (He loves to browse the squeaky toy aisle)  I'm slowly, happily, turning into one of those people who really, really love their pets. I wish I had 2 or 3 more dogs -- a little pack all my own. But for  now, Arlo's the man -- er -- dog.

Milestones

Two important ones this past February: my oldest, Zachary, turned 21.  Wasn't it only yesterday I was putting him on the bus to kindergarten?











And then, perhaps even more frightening, my daughter Zoe turned 13!!  I see the future, and it scares me silly!!  Seriously, I love them both dearly - they are everything to me.  If only they'd clean their rooms!

Playing Catch-Up

Fall flew, winter wobbles, and is almost done.  No posts for months - oh well.  I'm forgetful, what can I say?

Was hoping for serious snow all winter, and we finally got some!  First, a little.  Then, a week or two later a lot!  Joy!  I love snow.  It makes everyday business grind to a halt, and forces  you to relax and enjoy!  Of course, you have to shovel, but for a while that's okay.  It's something different.  Days off from school for the kids, snowmen, digging a run for the dog, feeding the birds and critters. Just admiring the pure whiteness.  Snuggling under the extra-soft blankets, watching the flakes fly -- this is what makes winter worthwhile!!