Training

I'm pretty sure Everett was just training for getting sent out in the hall this year in Kindergarten.  I like a man that plans ahead...

Nailed It

I spent 5 hours driving to get the kids, 2 hours at a car dealership, and 3 hours working from 9 to midnight.  If anyone is looking for notes on how to have an awesome Saturday, I'm willing to share my successful formula.

Moguls

The kids had the idea of setting up a "Likity Lemonade" stand at their grandpa's "Hot Diggity Dog" cart....$40 later, it seems like that was a good idea...

Here We Go Again ... On Our Own

Last night, we said our second tearful goodbye in two weeks. Unlike with Sophie, where we had no options, this was a decision that came with great contemplation.  Unfortunately, we decided Teddy wasn't a fit for our family and we weren't a great fit for him.  He frustrated us by defying all golden retriever stereotypes.  We frustrated him by not having the time or energy to keep up with his needs.  Having said that, we returned Teddy to his breeder.  There, he was reunited with his mother, grandfather, and other family members.  The plan for Teddy's future is for him to receive proper training to channel his energy and workmanlike nature.  If all goes well, he will be donated to a soldier to act as his therapy dog.  Either way, I hope Teddy finds a lifestyle that brings him nothing but happiness. Despite our battles...and the chewed wood, torn carpet, and blankets of fur he left behind,  I will miss that handsome devil and his floppy lips.  Good bye, Teddy Boy, we love you.

 The sweetest looking puppy around...

His favorite view of the house...

Resting up after a game of ball...

Hanging with the one member of the family he truly loved....

Heading home....

Back to Reality

Im sorry for the hiatus.  We just returned home from vacation and I'm trying to get back into my routine....and by routine I mean trying to convince myself to go to work tomorrow.

Could Be Worse

Sometimes when you complain about things such as needing to spend $1,600 for a steering repair on your car, God sends you little reminders that it could always be worse....like you could pay $1,600 to fix your steering just to get a text from the mechanic letting you know one of their technicians accidentally backed into your car....

Secret Shoppers

You don't turn your back on these two when you take them shopping.... who doesn't need 240 Rice Krispies treats?