baby-sitting

We baby-sat Tucker memorial weekend.  He is one very spoiled large dog.  He loves attention and to be touched or in contact with a human at all times.  While this is not always a bad thing it presents challenges when the dog thinks he weighs 20-30 lbs and is small but is actually 100+ lbs and large.  

Tucker is 4 years old now and has calmed down much from his puppy years.  Think Marley and Me to get an idea of  Tucker's puppy personality.  We searched for years to find an indestructible toy without any luck.  I accidently left out some toys specifically designed for small dogs.  Tucker will not tear these up.  It is hilarious to watch him gently carry one of the toys around in his mouth.  It looks like he is carrying a baby bird.  

Tucker likes to sleep with me.  There is not enough room in the bed for the 3 of us.  I enjoy Tucker's visits but it is nice to get my bed back.  I wonder if Hannah will kick me out of my bed when she is 4?  

 

Mother's Day without her

This was my first mother's day without my mother. I took fresh flowers to the cemetery on Saturday. It was very surreal to see the headstone with her name included. I felt like I needed to go somewhere all day Sunday. The day felt incomplete. I know she is in a better place and strong again. She knew her time was short but I really don't think she was ready to say goodbye. Maybe that is why it's hard to believe she is gone and I still cry sometimes.