October 19, 2009

Our morning routine is really different today. Mamaw took me out first thing—that’s the way it usually is. She asked if I was ready to “work” (that means do my tricks so I get a liver treat) and we did those. Then she holds me and kisses and kisses me and tells me how much she loves me. Poppy is on the computer – he has a talk to give at a senior facility this afternoon – so he is getting ready for his presentation. Okay, so far so good! Then Poppy gets into the shower and comes out looking and smelling wonderful—he’s going someplace else today. Mamaw strips the bed and puts those in the laundry. We are in and out from time to time which is usual. Poppy gets in his car and leaves—Mamaw said he was going to the throat doctor.

Okay—time for a walk. We get half way around the circle and she let me come back. The leaves are still rustling around and flying and I chase them. I layer down and went to sleep, so she put me in the kennel. Now is has taken a shower and washed her hair. She smells wonderful too. That means SHE is going somewhere today.

Mamaw wants me to learn to go up and down the steps into the garage. She worked with me on that this morning. She spent A LOT of time. I was afraid to step out so she helped me and I got a treat. I’m sure she will be doing this every day until I get the hang of it.