Wordless Wednesday: Bailey

Teaching JD about Responsibilities

Before we got JD a dog, we had a long talk with him about what his dog would need on a daily basis. Other than the obvious love and attention that a dog requires, there are walks, meals, water, play, sleep and discipline to think about. JD loves Bailey; sometimes he doesn’t even want to go to school because he hates to leave her behind. He enjoys taking Bailey out for walks too, but this morning I actually made him come along for a morning walk. The first thing JD said as we walked out the door was “It's so cold mom” and I agreed with him. I explained that even though it was cold we needed to take Bailey out for a walk and he said, “So she can go pee-pee and feel better.” How cute is that! Kids around JD's age can be so egocentric and we are hoping that having Bailey around will teach him to think about others needs.

Gumball Cookie Jar

I purchased this cookie jar in green last week from Tuesday Morning and I just had to share it's cuteness! I love gumball machines and can picture so many fun uses for these jar. Currently we're using it for dogs treats (JD's idea), but I might just need to get one more for actual cookies! If you can't find one at your local Tuesday Morning, you can purchase them at Ginny's online  for a few dollars more!

Tuesday Morning $19.99

Ginny's $24.99 (on sale)

JD's New Puppy!

A couple of weeks ago our little family made a very big decision; we decided to adopt a puppy! JD has been asking for a dog for months now and we finally decided that it was time. We started our search about two weeks ago and this past weekend JD finally met his match. He picked a frisky, 4 month old terrier mix with scruffy hair and floppy ears. We got to bring her home yesterday and she spent most of the night resting (shelters spay their puppies before releasing them to a new home), but by this morning she was following us around and making herself at home. JD is super excited about his new puppy and has been so sweet to her. He insists on tucking her in and wants her to get better soon so they can play. Here are a few pictures of her this weekend from JD's meet-and-greet and on her way home yesterday (in a laundry basket). Once she's feeling better, I'll post some more pictures of JD's new puppy, Bailey!