Invasion

An invasion has been cramping my style.

I wasn't aware that I had a style.

It appears that my nap-filled, snack-munching, Bolt-watching days

have been interrupted by an invasion of some little rascals.

Mom and Dad call the little rascals

"Niece" and "Nephew", whatever that means.

Napping has become increasingly difficult.

Luckily these little rascals are quite tasty!

I keep getting my paws checked out.

Maybe he is trying to give me a pup-icure!

On the bright side, snacks seem to fall from

their little hands quite easily!

So I've been hanging out in the kitchen whenever they are there.

The best part is the hugs!

Awwww, love you too, Dude!

Teddy and his BFF Bolt

Tonight Mom and Dad gave me a yummy bone for a snack.

If you know anything about me by now, it is that I am VERY serious about snacks!

While I was enjoying my snack, I heard a funny barking noise.

Naturally, I stopped munching to investigate.

You would not BELIEVE what I saw!

It was another dog!

This cool dog named Bolt was telling this cat a thing or two!

I found the show very interesting.

I'm not too sure about this cat Mittens.

Like all cats, I think she means trouble!

Just look at that picnic area.

I bet Bolt will find some tasty snacks down there!

I could show him how to make the "dog face".

I'm an expert on that face!

What a great show!

Shameless begging

Mom was having some popcorn tonight.  

I really wanted some but I wanted to be near Dad too.

Notice my paw.

I can see the popcorn coming a little closer to me.

If I move, I may miss my chance.

I'll hold very, very still.

It is so close.

Soon you will be mine, little kernel of goodness.

It would be impossible to capture the moment I get to eat the popcorn.

I'm really fast!

Note:  While it would be amazing if these pictures were rapid shot photography, they were actually staged.  This is the drool spot I left on the couch.  Sorry if you are grossed out.

Since I don't have thumbs

Sometimes when I'm feeling a little sleepy, 

I like to suck on my foot.

Mmmmm...towels!

Sometimes I really enjoy eating towels.  

I don't actually eat them.  I just chew up little pieces and spit them out.

Fit as a Fiddle: A Vet Story

Today we got in the car really early.  We only drove for a few minutes and when we got out of the car, I got very excited.  In the building we entered I smelled all kinds of glorious smells.  Kitties, dogs, dogfood...mmmmm!  I was greeted by a little dog as soon as we walked in.  As soon as I started wiggling around he turned right around and left.  Maybe he doesn't like wiggles.

Daddy and the nurse lady made me sit on a great big scale.  I snuck in a great big lick on the lady's face while they were waiting for the scale to tell them that I weigh 74 pounds.  I guess that is a lot!  When we met the doctor, he told us that my weight is really good and that I have big quad muscles.  (I guess that means I carry my weight in my booty!)

I was really excited to meet the doctor!  He really likes Goldens and gave me lots of pets and snuggles.  He says I look really healthy, including my ears and my pearly whites.  He said he almost got blinded by my nice, white teeth!  A lady came in and held me while the doctor stuck me with a needle.  She sure got a surprise when I gave her a big kiss from ear to ear!  Then I got a biscuit!  

I loved my trip to the vet this morning!  

My trip

We went on a big trip this weekend.  It was a really long time in the car.  

I have discovered that if I hesitate when it is time to get in the car, 

Mom or Dad picks me up to put me in.  

I consider it a couple extra seconds of cuddle time.

Once I'm in the car, I start whining if Mom or Dad doesn't put the window down.

I like to feel the wind blowing my lips.

Today I really didn't like that Dad was sleeping, Mom was driving*, 

and I was stuck in the backseat.  So I thought I'd put my head on Dad's shoulder for a snuggle.

*(Don't worry, Mom was really safe while taking the picture and she'll never, ever do it again.)