TV Time

This is what happens when we watch TV in our house.

Zoey likes to sandwich between us....

Archie & Chloe like to snuggle

Zoey gets too hot after sandwiching and joins the doggy pile on Tim's lap.

Alfie & Sophie cuddle up close.

Jessi, well she is not really sure what to do.....notice how close she is to Tim though, this is a huge step for her!!

Where's Roxy?.....Snuggled up with me under a blanket. Too comfortable to disturb for pictures.

In Love

Marley and Alfie LOVE each other.....

My camera on the other hand hates me, its decided every second picture I take should be blurry...

Bad Day

On a bad day scale today took the cake, but these made me feel better...

Even on a bad day these guys can make me smile.

Why I Love Dogs

Some recent events in my life have made me realize even more than I already do just how much easier dogs have it than people.

1) Dogs cannot talk, thus avoiding conflict, hurt feelings, misunderstandings and opening your mouth before the words are processed in your head (been there many a time, usually its funny but more often than not embarrassing).

2) Dogs do not judge, color, size, background and gender do not matter to them. (Although I do think sometimes Rylee gives me the "your such a dummy" look).

3) Arguments between dogs (in my house at least) last a few moments and within seconds they are back to playing with each other.

4) Dogs are forgiving. No matter how much they have been hurt by someone they always seem to find the courage to forgive.

5) Dogs do not have to worry about having enough money.

6) If your a dog its OK if you are lazy and want to sleep all day once and awhile.

I could go on and on but you get my point, I am sure if they could talk they would tell us otherwise. But at this moment I really want to come back as a dog in my next life. Preferably as either my own or one of a few people I know....

Things We Can Learn From Dogs

Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joy ride.

Allow the experience of fresh air & the wind in your face to be pure ecstasy.

When loved ones come home, always run to greet them.

When it's in your best interest, practice obedience.

Let others know when they've invaded your territory.

Take naps & stretch before rising.

Run, romp & play daily.

Eat with gusto & enthusiasm.

Be Loyal.

Never pretend to be something you're not.

If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it.

When someone is having a bad day, be silent,sit close by & nuzzle them gently.

Thrive on attention & let people touch you.

Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.

On hot days, drink lots of water & lay under a shady tree.

When you're happy, dance around & wag your entire body.

No matter how often you're scolded, don't buy into the guilt thing & pout...run right back & make friends.

Bond with your pack.

Delight in the simple joy of a long walk.

-Author Unknown

The Guests

So not only are my dogs here but my sister and her dog Izzy also live here. Izzy is actually one of Sophie's puppies. She does not really do much other than sleep, eat and play and did I mention sleep, she's kind of a lazy dog. Then there are the guests that come to stay often,

Logan, also one of Sophie's puppies who belongs to my brother. He and Izzy are best friends and do not like to be apart for too long.

Alfie who is my sister's dog, he is Roxy & Casey's BFF and they play nonstop.

And Paddy (left) & Darby who are my grandparents dogs. Paddy is also one of Sophie's puppies, she had quite the little rainbow litter. Paddy likes to go swimming in the pond while Darby much prefers to be herding the goats, she is a tad bit obsessive about it.

Things are never dull here and there is always someone getting into trouble.... usually its Logan...