Phoebe's Mom's Blog – January 2010 Archive (4)

Phoebe has decided that she loves the sound of he own voice so much that she wants to share it with us throughout the day. Sometimes the reason for her barking is obvious--like the garage door opening across the street or the big black lab behind us is playing outside. Other times, I am clueless as to why she starts but I am certain she has a reason in her little doodley head. I have tried spraying her with water but, true to doodle form, she loves water and has made a game of it. I have tried… Continue

Sunday my car window was smashed and my purse was stolen. Today, my husband lost his job. Are the gods toying with me? Do bad things really always come in three's? If so, I am really screwed! Thank heavens for Phoebe who helped me stay focused today. I never knew de-matting could be so therapeutic!

I was so prepared...Princess party hat (with streamers!), princess dishes (for my little ones) and a glittery red number 1 candle. The day was sunny, if frigid, and we were going to party with lots of presents we had been buying for a few weeks. Then, while at a pre-season baseball drill session for my son, my car window was shattered and a thief got away with my purse (opted to leave it in the car as with four children, all the coats, the baseball gear and the fact that we would be moving from… Continue

Today, January 3rd, our 'little' Phoebe turns one year old. She has brought much joy and happiness to our family and is truly my best friend. To be honest, though my original intent when I purchased her was to help ease my children's difficulties with our move, Phoebe has become my confidante and companion far more than the children's. This move has been very hard on me and she is the epitome of fun and goofiness--how can you not help but smile when your doodle is scratching at your gorgeous… Continue