My Two New Loves

Yes, I have fallen in love. I don't know how to describe my love for this, but I just love it.



I have fallen in love with Popsicles. That's right, Popsicles. I have a few favorites (cherry and grape - not much of a fan of orange).





I would like to introduce my second new love...Korissa. Yes - Korissa. She is Katrina' new baby sister. Mommy and Daddy went to visit her at the hospital today. Mommy told me that they don't allow dogs at the hospital. I was bummed, but Daddy took a picture of her so I could see her. Plus, Mommy told me that Katrina bought her new sister a pink puppy! How cool is that.



I hope that she wasn't too scared by the storms we got today. It was crazy. Daddy was outside mowing the lawn and putting in the new water system for the flower beds when all of a sudden I heard this loud sound. Daddy said it was the tornado sirens. Daddy came inside the house and rushed me the basement. I didn't really know what was going on - so I just went to sleep. I did perk up a little when I heard something hit the side of the house. Daddy says it was hail. He said it wasn't as big as it was last weekend - but it was still crazy. Daddy only took pictures on his cell phone (he forgot to get out the camera - or I would share them with you). The weatherman says that the upcoming week is going to be wild - from the weather perspective. I hope that doesn't mean we will get more hail.

Anyways, I hope everyone is doing well. I want to say Hi to my Grandma McHugh. Mommy took lots of pictures of me this week so I could share them with you. Enjoy.

To Grandma's House We Go!

The last couple of days have been so exciting for me! Mommy and Daddy woke-up very early on Saturday morning. I thought it was strange because they always try to sleep in on the weekend. But, Mommy got ready just as if she was going to work. Daddy took me downstairs to feed me (but I was too tired to eat). Mommy came downstairs with a bunch of luggage - but I was so tired, I didn't really even notice that Daddy was packing the car. Daddy then got out my crate and put it in the car. So, I thought I must be going to Puppy Day Camp (I had been there the day before). So, Daddy kissed me and Mommy goodbye and we were off. I fell asleep right away (I usually do on the way to Day Camp in the morning). But, I woke up a little later and realized that we were still driving. Mommy told me we were going someplace special. I was like OK - no problem - and I went back to sleep.

I woke-up right before we got to our final destination. I was surprised when Mommy got me out of the car and Grandma answered the door! We were at Grandma and Grandpa's house! Grandma was so excited to see me! And, I was excited to see her too. You see, Grandma has kinda been feeling bad lately. Her knee is really sore. So, Mommy told me we were there to cheer Grandma up. I think I did that.

Grandma spent a lot of time sleeping - but I made sure to protect her. I spent most of my time lying on the floor next to her or from the chair across from here. I could see everything from there - and to make sure no one would bother Grandma when she slept.







Also, Grandpa took me out for a couple of walks. He is pretty cool. He let me watch the race with him yesterday (actually, I watched all three...F1, Indy and the Coca-Cola 600). Grandpa also let me watch him play video games (golf). He is one cool dude.

I had a blast at Grandma and Grandpa's house, but it was time to go home today and see what Daddy had been doing all weekend.



Much to Mommy's surprise, he got up the trim in the basement (except for a piece he has to install after he gets the doors on the closet). But, that is more than we thought he would get done. Surprising, considering there were really bad storms when he was working yesterday. We had hail at our house - and some damage from the hail. Daddy says this is pretty typical. I guess Mommy and Daddy have gotten damage for the past couple of years. So, Daddy says he will be making his annual call to Insurance Agent tomorrow. In the meantime, Daddy took some pictures so I could share them with you!

Meet My New Friend...

Maddy.



Yes, that's right, another girl. But, she is totally cool and a lot of fun. Mommy and Daddy picked me up on Friday from Puppy Day Camp. When we got home, Daddy and I went outside to sit on the deck. I was starting to fall asleep in Daddy's arms when Mommy thought it might be a good idea for me to come in the house.

Mommy then went to re-organize her closet (we got another dresser this week) and Daddy went to look at the back window. He saw Maddy and Charlie outside (they live behind us). So, Daddy took me outside to play with Maddy and Charlie. I usually chase Maddy along the fence, so I was surprised when Maddy's Mommy said I could come over and play with Maddy. Charlie had to go inside because he kinda gets jealous (and a little aggressive).

I got to run around in Maddy's parents backyard. It was sooo cool. Plus, other neighborhood kids came over to play.







Maddy's Mommy says I can come over and play again! I can't wait.

Here are a few more pictures of me...because I am just that cute. Daddy was chasing me around this morning with a bag (one of my favorite things). He looked inside and pulled out a new toy (Mommy was a little disappointed. She told Daddy she had bought me some things for my birthday and Christmas. Daddy ruined the surprise). But, I was fine with it. I got a new toy. It is Double Bubble Gum! Pretty cool, huh.

Happy Mother's Day...and 150th Birthday to the State of Minnesota

Hi everyone. Today is mother's day. So, I want to say thank you to my Mommy for loving me so much (and helping me with the blog every week). Also, I want to say Happy Mother's Day to Grandma McHugh. I hope she liked the book I sent her (she should...all picture of me!)





Did you know that today is the 150th birthday of the State of Minnesota? That's right, the place where I live, Minnesota, is 150 years old today. Who knew?



Mom and Dad sure didn't. They went to the Minnesota History Center today to see something called the Declaration of Independence (apparently is is very important to this country, but I haven't learned about this yet). Anyways, while Mommy and Daddy were there, they found out that Minnesota turned 150 today (funny, on the same day as Mother's Day). Anyways, Mommy and Daddy waited over an hour to see a copy of the Declaration of Independence.



The copy that Mommy and Daddy saw is called the Dunlap Broadside. It is said that on the evening of July 4, 1776, 12 of the 13 colonies reached agreement to declare the new states a free and independent nation (New York didn't vote). John Hancock, President of the Continental Congress, ordered Philadelphia printer John Dunlap to print broadside copies of the Declaration of Independence that he and Secretary Charles Thomson had signed. It is thought that Dunlap printed round 200 broadside copies to be distributed to the members of Congress and throughout the colonies. Only 25 of the original 200 copes are known to be in existence. The one Mommy and Daddy saw today was discovered in 1989 by a man who purchased a painting for $4 at a flea market because he was interested in the frame. Behind the backing of the frame was a Dunlap - which was later auctioned for $8 million in 2000. I think it is pretty cool, since I just got done watching the John Adams mini-series with Mom and Dad (so I do know a little about this).

This is a lot to celebrate in one day, but I must confess, one other big mystery was solved today. You see, sometimes when Mommy and Daddy come home, they find my food dish in the middle of the floor with one of my favorite toys in the middle.



Mommy and Daddy thought I did it when I was mad at them for leaving me. But, that is not the case at all. You see, I rarely eat my food out of my bowl. I like my food to start off in the bowl, but I require that Mom or Dad place pieces of my food around my bowl for eating. Once I eat all on the floor, I run back and look to them to put down more. So, when Mommy and Daddy are gone and they leave me food, they don't put it on the floor for me. This frustrates me. So, I have to use a little of my muscle to get my food out of my bowl. So I push it as hard as I can around the floor until food falls out. I take my toy with me because sometimes he helps me get the food out. When I am done, I just put my toy there for safe keeping until Mommy and Daddy get home. But, this morning was different. Dad wanted me to eat out of my bowl and I didn't want to. So, he watched me as I tried hard to get my food out of the bowl. Now, Mommy and Daddy know the real truth. I guess I can't use that trick on them anymore.

Anyways, everything is good here. Mommy's big project she has been working on at work finished today! She is very happy and wants me to tell all of those involved that she is thankful for all of their help.

Back in the Swing of Things

Life was pretty much back to normal this week (Daddy wasn't traveling). I spent a couple of days at home with Daddy, but much to my surprise, Mommy took me to Puppy Day Camp a couple of times this week! I was so excited. Lacey was there on Wednesday (I must say I was a little bummed when I found out she wasn't there on Friday). But, I played with my friend Rocky. I had a blast. I want to thank Nancy for taking such good care of me when I am there!

But, being at Puppy Day Camp really takes the wind out of my sails sometimes (I know it is my fault - I never want to rest...I just want to play). In fact, I was so pooped when I got home last night that I didn't want to come out of my carrier.



Mommy and Daddy finally coaxed me out. I spent the rest of the night on the couch downstairs with them while they finished watching the John Adam's mini-series.

I want to take a moment to tell Grandma that I am thinking about her and I know that everything is going to be OK.

I don't have much on my social calendar this week, but I do know I will be back to Day Camp (I heard Mommy making appointments for me.) That is OK with me. Plus, I love hanging out with my Daddy. He is the best!



Until next week...