Short and Sassy

"They made me get a haircut! My fur was all matted so they took me to that groomer lady who cut me really short. She did give me yummy treats, though!" (in the words of Franklin)

Yep, he got a haircut. It's actually kind of cute but makes him look really ornery. He's still sassy but he's stolen our heart. We love our dogs. It's amazing how much dogs work their way into your heart. Check out the picture I snapped of Kody and Franklin actually sleeping side by side. Kody usually doesn't tolerate him that close unless they're play fighting!

Franklin's Diaper

Okay, I promised Kristy, I would post this picture. We were having a lot of trouble with Franklin marking territory on everything in our house so we resorted to a doggy diaper. Ashleigh took it one step farther and dressed the little guy. I had to snap a quick picture, he doesn't stand still for long. He actually stopped for a quick moment to let Ash pet him before running off again. He has what we call terrier fits where he runs circles around the house 100 miles an hour. We have to report, that he is doing much better now and the diaper is on the shelf in the closet. He is such a lovable little guy, full of energy, loves bouncing rubber balls, and always ready to play!

Alright, now back to that book report...

My little Junior Historian

Isn't she cute? Ashleigh is a Junior Historian at the local living history museum. It's a fun place to go and see history in a fun, alive way. She participated at Spring on the Farm and her job was to play with the old toys to demonstrate how children would have played back in the day. She loved it!

Homework

Homework is not as fun as it used to be. You're wondering...was homework ever fun? I always loved school, but now it's not so fun. Our social worker told us to keep busy while we wait, so I am, but it's not fun. I am working on the MEPAP, the course required to become a certified Activity Director. When I am finished, I will get three little letters behind my name, ADC. It's a good thing for job security, and I like what I do, but this course I could do without. I am writing a book report now. It's the last of my big projects for Modules 1-3 before I start Modules 4-6, the management aspect of my job. I do have to recommend a good book- "Life is so good" by George Dawson and Richard Glaubman. This man, George, was 101 at the time the book was written-he had never learned to read or write and finally realized his dream when he got to go to school at the age of 98. Can you imagine? It's pretty inspiring. Anyways, needed a quick break from the report. Now, back I go.

Still no adoption news so we'll keep waiting!

Always something to do...

Yesterday, I spoke with a nurse from the Health Dpt about necessary immunizations we will need for travel overseas. We need to get our Hep. A immunizations now because six months later, a booster is required. Ashleigh is not looking forward to a shot but she has always done fine. I remember at her five year old vaccinations, she watched the nurse put the needle in her arm, never flinched or cried. I am not crazy about needles, but I have learned to look away, and all is fine. We need a couple other things (typhoid immunization and anti-malaria meds) but those wait until closer to travel date.

It's all so exciting, scary, overwhelming, exciting, so many emotions tied into one wonderful feeling at the thought of a new person becoming a part of our family.

Well, we are all going to relax, enjoy some sun (although not very warm), and spend some time with family this Memorial Weekend. Happy Memorial to everyone!

Still a Kid....

Kory is such a great dad because he's such a kid himself! Kids love him. While we were hiking at Salt Fork, he took a moment to swing on an oversized vine. Once a kid, always a kid!

Ten Years!

Friday was our 10th wedding anniversary! We celebrated by spending the weekend at Salt Fork State Park. We hiked, swam, relaxed, ate, and enjoyed the scenery. We appreciate the rolling hills when what we are used to is flat, flat, flat. There was a Bigfoot convention held that weekend, too, but we didn't spot Sasquatch! Anyways, we had a great time. Ashleigh enjoyed a "no rules" weekend with "Grandma" Pam, my co-worker and very close friend.

If ten years of marriage passed by this quickly, then the adoption wait should, too!