Playing Together

This morning I caught the two pups playing together on a large stuffed animal. I am so fortunate that these two pups have bonded so well.

Joey

Joey at a year and a half.

Cousins Visiting From SE Florida

My cousin Mary and her family came over to visit us for a few days. It was a very nice visit. We hadn't seen them in 3 years. Mary was able to watch some home movies showing both her parents and her sisters. Both her parents and one of her sisters has passed away.

Mary, Cheri, Jenny & Caryn

Mary's husband, Don, took the picture.

Rick With Puppies

Rick having some fun with the pups.

Caryn & Joey Working On A Puzzle

This was taken on Christmas Day. Caryn was putting her puzzle together with a little guidance from Joey. Joey recently weighed in at 7.4 pounds.

Holiday Depression

The holidays haven't been so difficult for me this year. I think it has to do with my pups being with me. I don't feel so alone. Another thing that has helped me through this time is my webcam. I can keep in touch with Jennifer and David. They seem like they are right here with me and not so far away. Now that this family is so scattered about, this webcam keeps us closer. I even got to see David's room in the army. I look forward to seeing Jennifer and her family open their gifts at Christmas via webcam.

Rick and Cheri With The Pups

Here we are on Thanksgiving Day.

Christmas Photos 2010

Here is Bella & Joey's Christmas photo for 2010.

They are both 1 year old.

Joey

I was just playing with my camera tonight and this is what I captured. Joey is 18 months old.

Blessing of the Animals

Earlier today, we ventured out and attended the Blessing of the Animals. In honor of Saint Francis of Assisi, the Patron Saint of all creatures. It renewed my spirit and reminded me of the love and respect that all creatures deserve.

Both my pups received a metal to be worn with the rest of their tags. They enjoyed being with all the other dogs and animals again. We had refreshments too.

I Am So Sleepy...

Joey found a very comfortable place to fall asleep in.

A New Water Bowl

A few weeks ago, I went to a place called Bisque It. They sell ceramic pieces that you paint. They then fire it for you and you take it home.

I wanted to make a water bowl for my two furbabies. This is what I came up with. I painted it a Navy Blue as that is the color of the couch. I had Caryn paint their names, the leaf and the dog bone on the back.

A Hopeful Sign

Today I went to a chinese restaurant for lunch. The note in my cookie said:

"A long term goal will soon be achieved."

I took it as a comforting sign telling me that my bronchitis/sinus infection will clear up soon. Today I started a new IV Infusion antibiotic called Zithromax. The previous IV Infusion drugs I took for 10 days were Vancomycin and Levequin. Those didn't work. I hope this will work and Friday I will have a great report and won't have to have those IV Infusions again. It's not fun getting stuck with needles every day and missing time from work without pay, not to mention the weekly lab work (blood test that requires 4 vials.)

Toilet Paper Fun!

Yesterday my daughter called me up to tell me that the dogs got into something, but wouldn't tell me what it was. After getting home from work, I discovered this big mess of toilet paper all over my bedroom floor. Some pieces were around 10 feet long and there were lots of smaller pieces laying about. They were so proud of themselves too. Luckily it didn't take me long to clean this mess up. You could tell they were having lots of fun.

Easter Bone Hunt

Yesterday Joey, Bella and I participated in their first Easter Bone Hunt at Fishermen's Village. We had a wonderful time. They found many eggs filled with dog biscuits. They had their picture taken with the Easter bunny. They did okay with the Easter bunny. The weather was perfect for an outside event.

Puppers

Here are pictures of the puppers that I took today. Joey is 10 months old. He was just about ready to take a nap when I took this. Bella is 5 months.

We went to the dog park in Venice this afternoon and had a great time. They played with about 6 other dogs.

Bark For Life Fido Fest

Today Joey and Bella participated in the Bark For Life Fido Fest in Venice, Florida to benefit the American Cancer Society's Annual Relay for Life. They walked themed laps around the park while earning raffle tickets and a doggie bandana for participating. Area vendors were on hand and refreshments, kid's games, pet competitions, a silent auction and other pet friendly activities were available. Afterwards, we went next door to the dog park and got in some great socialization with other dogs and people. Bella is doing so much better with other dogs and people now. Then we drove to a dog boutique and bought some new outfits. We had a great day and I am so proud of them for wanting to do this for the American Cancer Society.

Joey Had Two Teeth Pulled

After Joey got all his adult teeth in, two canine baby teeth remained. Yesterday I put his harness & leash on for the upcoming trip to the vet. Bella knew something was up when we didn't put her harness & leash on. She cried for hours Caryn told me. I dropped Joey off at the vet and Caryn picked him up at 2:00 p.m. He did great. I was surprised to find that he was able to eat his normal dry dog food. I thought he would have to have soft food for a while. The only thing we had to watch was not to play tug-of-war with him. He came through like a real trouper! He was very happy to be back home again and Bella was thrilled to have him back.

Pups Got Weighed In Tonight

We drove to Petsmart to get weighed.

Joey will be 10 months old on the first of March. He weighed in at 7.8.

Bella will be 5 months old in three days. She weighed in at 7.4.

I knew the two felt about the same when I picked them both up. While there, Joey came nose to nose with a huge Great Dane. What a difference in size that was! While there, we also saw another long haired chihuahua.

I was proud of myself for not buying anything. Rick (my husband) says I spend too much money on these two. It is so easy to do!

Sweet Dreams