Old Pictures I Forgot to Post, Vol. 1

These are from December , when Marc and I were in Pensacola.

Sandy usually HATES to be in a crate of any kind, but she wondered in on her own for a nap.

Dogs in hats are always funny!

A little Christmas nap, interrupted by a picture.

Clean Doggies

Ten Years Ago Today

I adopted Sandy Nell McDonald - one of the best days of my life!

I went to the Clayton County Humane Society and in the middle of a bunch of dogs yapping and jumping, Sandy was just sitting there watching. The workers asked if I'd like to take her for a walk outside and I said yes. And once she was outside in the grass, she peed and pooped. I knew this was the dog for me! She was 2 or 3 years old when I adopted her, and she had recently had a litter of puppies, but only one survived. They weren't sure of her breed, but I have always thought she is a Corgi/Golden Retriever mix.

She is still scared of thunderstorms, fireworks, loud bangs and laundry. And when she is scared she likes to hide in small, dark places. But her hearing isn't quite as sharp as it used to be. I've actually caught her sleeping through thunderstorms instead of waking me up and shaking for hours.

And I think she fell in love with Marc before I did. And I knew he was a great guy when I saw him with Sandy.

She doesn't like to cuddle much, so it's special when she does. She gets a summer buzz cut most of the year, but I let her get fuzzy and furry in the winter. And when she is really tired, she sticks out her tongue. That's my favorite Sandy look!

Happy Doggie Birthday Sandy!

It's Christmas Sweater Time!

And Sandy would like for me to stop taking pictures and get her out of this sweater. Now.

The After Party

I completely forgot that I had these on the camera. . .

After the homecoming game, we came home with wings, chips and beer and hung out with the Thompsons and the Alexanders. It was a perfect way to unwind after such a busy week and lots of fun. The dogs had more fun than we did.

Lullabelle got to cuddle with Sean and give Trip kisses.

And Sandy, as usual, begged for food. But Bob kept the Doritos for himself.

I Can Tell You Exactly What They're Thinking

Lullabelle: I love when Sandy and I cuddle! I wish. . . zzzz. . .

Sandy: Stop laughing and taking pictures and get her off me.


Lullabelle: So comfy. I love to cuddle! I hope. . .zzzz. . .

Sandy: Dangit, moving didn't help. Seriously, get her off me.

Where Did He Go?

Before we drove back to Athens from the beach, we made a stop for lunch. Marc ran in to order, while I stayed in the car with the dogs. Lullabelle sat like this the entire time, anxiously waiting for Marc to return.


Sandy, on the otherhand, had no worries at all.

Watchdogs

The girls love the door at the condo, They can watch the world go by and alert us to danger. You know - cats, squirrels, neighbors with mullets.

Good News!

We got a message from the vet earlier this evening, and Sandy's growth was not cancer - YAY!

Post Surgery Sandy

Notice the tongue - that's how you can tell she is really tired.

Uh-Oh

A couple of weeks ago, Marc and I smelled something funny in the house. So we were checking hineys to make sure everyone was clean (always a fun job) when we noticed a lump on Sandy's tail. It is right at the base, where the tail meets the body.

Today the vet removed the lump and sent off for testing. (Sandy had a cancerous lump removed about 6 years ago and we are hoping this isn't a recurrence.)

The vet said Sandy did very well and everything looks good incision-wise. And while Sandy Nell is still a bit woozy from the anesthetic, I am sure she will be to her usual cranky, loving self in no time!

Doggie Love

We have been out of town for the past two weekends, and we left the doggies at home with one of Marc's students. So when we got home yesterday, Marc wanted to give the girls lots of love!

Sandy's Turn

Usually it's Lullabelle sitting with Marc in his recliner, but last week Sandy wanted to get in on the action. Sandy NEVER wants to sit in a lap. I quickly grabbed the camera and got a couple of shots before she decided she had had enough and jumped down.

Still Lovin' the New Bed

Random Wednesday - Doggie Love Edition

Random Wednesday - The Ride Home Edition

Was the Easter Bunny Good to You?

The McMottes were treated very well by the Bunny this year. We didn't get a picture of Marc's basket; he tore into the Power Bars and peanut butter cups very quickly.

I got my favorites, and the baskets for the girls each contained something special.

Sandy received some rawhide strips that are easy for her to chew.

And Lullabelle got a stuffed animal possum. Odd, but she loves it!

But all the Easter excitement made for some tired bunnies.

Random Wednesday - Grandpa Hat Edition

Happy St. Patrick's Day

From our two little leprechauns

Stop Waking Me Up To Take Pictures!