I Miss Yoda!

This is the time of year that I dread the most! Cold, long and dark days -I'm tired of the cold and the short days. This is the reason that someday I will move South..... at least it's not too cold to get outside! So this weekend I was lying around because I have been sick with a respiratory infection and man the grief of missing Yoda hit me like a ton of bricks. I just want him to lay around with me so bad! Yoda was a snuggler and a cuddler... well, at least on his terms. If I was lying around the house, he was sure to be lying with me, under the covers and most likely snoring...very loud. Anyway.... I miss him. Jody is wonderful and I love her but she will never take the place of my Yoda. I enjoy every minute with her....well most minutes :) but there is a certain comfort that Yoda brought to me. He really was my best friend.

Don't get me wrong.... Jody and I are bonding very well. In fact, she is getting great at walking me on the leash... (seriously, she put the leash in her mouth and walks out in front of me). We are actually starting Puppy Kindergarten next week....it should be fun!

My boss sent me this. Get your Kleenex ready, it's sad but so true....

A PET'S TEN COMMANDMENTS 1. My life is likely to last 10-15 years. Any separation from you is likely to be painful. 2. Give me time to understand what you want of me. 3. Place your trust in me. It is crucial for my well-being. 4. Don't be angry with me for long and don't lock me up as punishment. You have your work, your friends, your entertainment, but I have only you. 5. Talk to me. Even if I don't understand your words, I do understand your voice when speaking to me. 6. Be aware that however you treat me, I will never forget it. 7. Before you hit me, before you strike me, remember that I could hurt you, and yet, I choose not to bite you. 8. Before you scold me for being lazy or uncooperative, ask yourself if something might be bothering me. Perhaps I'm not getting the right food, I have been in the sun too long, or my heart might be getting old or weak. 9. Please take care of me when I grow old. You too, will grow old. 10. On the ultimate difficult journey, go with me please. Never say you can't bear to watch. Don't make me face this alone. Everything is easier for me if you are there, because I love you so. I miss you Yoda - thank you for 8 great years! I can't wait for spring time - Yoda loved to be outside in the spring. Not so cold that it hurt his little paws and not so hot that he couldn't breathe. After 9-11 there was a parade here. Yoda went with me and he got a cover story..... That's all for now..... next week I promise to have good pics. Suzanna and Mike have the Daddy's Sweetheart Dance and Brookie's birthday is Saturday. I'll take lots of pics!