Sleepless nights ahead
Hello, Internet! How I have missed the smell of your breath in the morning!
It's been much too long since we last spoke, but just when I thought my strep throat was on its way out I came down with a sinus infection. Plus, we had guests in town, plus Leta got sick, plus a death in the family and other devastating news. It's as if the Universe is bi-polar and isn't taking her meds, and we all know what that means. Mr. Universe has to dodge flying produce and sleep on an air mattress in the spare bedroom.
We had a wonderful Christmas together, but night after night with the extended family can really take its toll. Leta has learned several new church hymns and we've spent the last few days washing her brain out with soap. I'm very excited to get back to our normal lives, and starting tomorrow I'll be back to my regular posting schedule. I've got many stories to tell about Leta's reaction to Christmas, our weekend spent with my best friend from high school, and the many thoughtful things that Jon gave to me as gifts, including one in particular that stood out from the rest.
Introducing: Dame Eleanor Ritzford-Fitzsimons Puffs. You can just call her Coco.
She's not a hippopotamus, but she'll do I GUESS.
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anna said:
new puppy?! I Hope she becomes a champion balancer like Chuck.
01.02.08 - 03:49 PM / 1slierk said:
Congrats! Welcome Coco!
01.02.08 - 03:49 PM / 2curly su said:
but what does chuck think?!?
01.02.08 - 03:50 PM / 3Lorraine said:
OH MY! Between Leta, Chuck, and now Coco your house runneth over with cuteness! OK - you and Jon aren't bad either.
Missed you!
And way to beat that Strep ... did you know that if left untreated it turns into Scarlett Fever??? Who knew!?
01.02.08 - 03:50 PM / 4Julia said:
so cuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuute!
01.02.08 - 03:50 PM / 5Jenive said:
I hope this means we will finally get to see some fur on those floors!
01.02.08 - 03:50 PM / 6Sarah, Goon Squad Sarah said:
Damn. You were like THIS CLOSE to a hippo.
She is a cutie.
01.02.08 - 03:50 PM / 7sara D said:
She is so cute what kind of dog is she? I'm glad you are coming back my blog roll has missed you.
01.02.08 - 03:50 PM / 8Jennifer said:
Oh my God! How cute is she?!?!?! It will be interesting to hear how the children are taking to her, I'm sure Chuck is thinking someone just went and screwed up his universe! He'll adapt,,, right?
01.02.08 - 03:50 PM / 9anita said:
She is absolutely gorgeous!!! What a great Christmas gift!!!!
01.02.08 - 03:50 PM / 10Capt. said:
I hope Chuck is okay with this...if he needs some space I think I have some room for him.
01.02.08 - 03:51 PM / 11RzDrms said:
GAH! ::thunk:: <-- passed out from the cuteness
01.02.08 - 03:51 PM / 12Chris said:
Is she Chucks Christmas present? I am alla bout puppies lately since we are getting one very soon. She is very sweet, for a hippo. And a pup.
01.02.08 - 03:52 PM / 13Carrie said:
PRECIOUS! I want one!
Sorry about the strep and the sinus infection.
Happy New Year!
01.02.08 - 03:52 PM / 14Manda Girl said:
OH MY GOODNESS. You are in for some trouble - she looks like a heartbreaker.
http://thepawhaus.com
01.02.08 - 03:52 PM / 15Lori said:
I totally can't wait for the picture of Coco balancing on Chuck's head.
01.02.08 - 03:52 PM / 16tara said:
Woah. How does Chuck feel about this dame? Leta?
She's lovely. Congratulations and welcome to the world of multi-pets.
01.02.08 - 03:53 PM / 17mamazon said:
OMG- Coco is adorable..although not as adorable as your husband- his recent post on depression was heart rippingly honest- thanks for sharing, both of you and have a wonderful New Year
01.02.08 - 03:54 PM / 18Fiona said:
OMG, she is absolutely beautiful! I'll be curious to see how both Leta and Chuck react to someone else competing for your affections. And don't worry -- hang in there for that hippo. Maybe next year.
01.02.08 - 03:54 PM / 19jessica said:
Congrats on the new addition!!! Are Leta and Chuck enjoying the new family memeber?
01.02.08 - 03:54 PM / 20Alexis said:
I've always wanted a dog, and I still do! Both of yours seem amazing
01.02.08 - 03:54 PM / 21ashley said:
sorry you had such a hard week, but coco? is adorable.
01.02.08 - 03:55 PM / 22catherine said:
I can just imagine Leta's face. "Um, seriously people? Another one of THOSE?" Looks to have part border collie? ADORABLE. Enjoy.
01.02.08 - 03:55 PM / 23queenie said:
Aww, she's adorable!
Looks like both you and Pioneer Woman got a puppy for Christmas!
01.02.08 - 03:56 PM / 24Ali said:
Awww, she's absolutely beautiful :)
01.02.08 - 03:56 PM / 25Christine said:
Awwwwwwww! Chuck must be thrilled!
Welcome back and happy new year! I missed you.
01.02.08 - 03:57 PM / 26Katie said:
Oh my goodness- YAY!! I LOVE her inquisitive white "eyebrows" shall we call them? How does Chuck feel about this??
01.02.08 - 03:57 PM / 27Anonymous said:
WHOO HOO! Congratulations. She is absolutely beautiful. I'm looking forward to MANY puppy pictures.
01.02.08 - 03:57 PM / 28Kristin said:
So THAT is why Jon was so excited about Christmas this year!
Happy Puppy Days!
01.02.08 - 03:58 PM / 29Chlorie said:
Coco is adorable. She has quite an act to top, though. I hope she's good with nunchucks or computer hacking. People only want dogs with good skills.
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