Dakota and the Boys

Brandon and Jordan came to spend Saturday night so Mom & Dad could go out for Mom's birthday. Of course they were anxious to see Dakota and they actually gave us a big break because they played with him and kept him tired out.

We watched Space Buddies, the movie about the Golden Retrievers that are shot into space. It was a great movie and we all enjoyed it. If you haven't seen it, be sure to pick up a copy. It is the latest in the Air Bud series.

Here is Dakota in his box in the bedroom. Jordan took this picture and did a very good job. Dakota likes his box at night but sleeps on the carpet in the day time mostly. If he gets scolded he heads for his box. I think it is his safe haven. Brandon and Dakota on the bed enjoying time together. This is not what I wanted this time but one day when I was out and hubby was trying to sleep, he put Dakota on the bed. Now he tries to get up there.
Jordan and Dakota having their turn on the bed. Dakota likes that new silky comforter. Our dogs seem to find their way onto the furniture and he is no exception. Meeko loved sleeping on the bed, as did our American Eskimo, Snowball.

Dakota is getting to know his name. Most of the time he comes when I call him, although he may just be responding to my voice. He sometimes goes to the door and asks to be let out. Sometimes he goes out and comes back in and does his business on the floor, but most of the time he goes on the newspaper. I think he is doing very well for his age. After all, he's only a baby.

Not much else going on here. I've enrolled in a course to write articles and picture books for children. I'm waiting for my books to arrive and will keep you updated on how that goes. I've always wanted to write picture books and have a fantasy chapter book written. I'm also revising the novel that I wrote during the 90s.

Other than chasing Dakota and trying to get some writing done, life hasn't been too exciting here lately. Well, that is not entirely true. It's a little more exciting than I'd like. It's actually a full time job just to take care of Dakota right now. He is a ball of energy and I'm in my 60th year. The energy levels just don't match. I had forgotten how energetic puppies are. Michelle warned me that I had brought home a baby and she was right.

Our weather has been beautiful and spring-like the last few days, but it's going to turn cold again. I'm certainly looking forward to the arrival of spring.

Take care and be sure to get out into the great outdoors for some fresh air and exercise. ~Blessings, Mary~