Who would have thunk?

Well, it has been 2 days now that we have had Marley in our family. I must say it has brought it's share of milestones and downfalls to our lives. I will be honest. I did not get this dog for me. It was for my children (aka Julianna). I know how much she wanted a dog and I figured it would teach her some responsibility. Anyway, the ironic thing about that is the dog had not come from a family. He came from a single girl. So, he is at Sean and I's feet at ALL times. He makes sure he is in every room and rarely cares about the kids which I think frustrates the kids. I find myself very protective over him and make sure he is feeling comfortable in our home. I never would have cared before, so this is a new thing for me. I know he will get used to them eventually, but I am glad that I have taken to him. He really is a great natured dog. He has slept at the foot of our bed every night since he has been with us. That is something I was not prepared for. I thought how gross it was when people had their dogs sleep with them. But here I am! I think we are going to transition him to another spot tonight, but we are not sure how he is going to take it. It really is like having another child. He is sensitive and his feelings get hurt. We didn't know how he would handle us leaving the house without him. He actually barked at us when we got home last night from a party. It was like he was traumatized. I never thought dogs had so much feeling to them. I am starting to realize how they really are more human like than I would have ever thought. I know he is such a great addition to our family and I am so glad that we were the ones to get him.

Marley Bear

We have a new member of our family! His name name is Marley Bear formly known as Little Bear. We got a call this morning from our friend, Jessi. She knew of a friend of hers that was trying to find a good home for her dog. He is a year old and potty trained! Score! I was a little interested after I heard that. So, tonight we went and looked at him and I was worried that I wouldn't feel any connection to him. But, as soon as he walked in, it was like magic. I have never been a huge dog person, but he just seemed right. We hung out with him for a while to make sure the connection was there. He is ultra mellow and fun. He has a beautiful coat and his face is really cute. We knew that we were going to take him home right from the start. The kids promised that they were going to help take good care of him. Julianna was overjoyed! She is the lover of all things furry. I have anticipated this for 10 years to have a dog in our lives. I am happy to have him in our family. He completes us!! Pictures to come!!

Nerves

Today I gave my first power point presentation in BNI today! It went well I think. It was something I was fretting for a while, so now I feel a huge sense of relief not to have to worry about it for at least another year. I am feeling more and more comfortable with the people which always makes me feel better about being around them. It is funny how I am around a new group of people. It takes me days and this case months to feel completely accepted. I am great one on one. Never miss a beat, but for some reason, in a group setting, I totally clam up. I guess it is something I have to accept about myself. But, opportunities like today make me realize that no matter how nervous you are, you are what you are and if people don't like it, then too dang bad. I can't change what people feel about me. I am worth something to somebody and that is good enough for me. Now how many people truly believe me??