The Move To Logan

[Camilla and Darwin]

Well, it finally happened, we moved. It actually happened a couple of weeks ago but I haven't been very diligent  in photographing the new place. I decided to just update all of you with the pictures I do have. 

So, we put down our deposit and packed our stuff, and prepared to move. For those of you who don't know, we've been living at the in-laws while we save money for school. It was supposed to be about 3 months, it ended up being 8. While being there was a bit tough at times, Darwin really loved living in the country with so many people he loved.

Especially DH's sister Kate. She is 18, and over the past months she and Darwin became best friends. As in, he loves more more than me and Jacob combined. :-) Jacob and I have spent 2 years trying to teach Darwin roll over with no success, Kate tries for 15 minutes and he happily did it. LOL. Often we would go to take him out of his crate in the morning, only to realize that Kate came and got him to sleep with her. Spoiled dood. :-) 

Well, not only did we move 2 1/2 hours away, but Kate moved to Wyoming for a summer job. When DH and I drove Kate to Wyoming, Darwin stayed at the in-laws. My MIL informed me that he wouldn't settle down until she let him into Kate's room, and he jumped up on her bed and fell asleep on her pillow. (aw....) We are actually visiting them now and he keeps going to her room throughout the day and nosing the door open, only to find her gone. He has been pretty mopey and downcast, but I'm confident he'll return to his peppy self soon. Kate misses him too of course, but we've been sending her pictures and updates of him way more than is normal or necessary. :-)

But about the move and the apartment, it's AMAZING! It's a town home, with lots more room than we are used to and Logan is so gorgeous and green. Darwin settled right into the house from day one. Usually it takes him about a week of slight nervous jumpiness and the occasional bark. By the evening on the first day he was lounging in the sun by the sliding glass door, on his back with his paws in the air. 

The apartment manager and the other staff love him, OF COURSE. They all fawn over how adorable and calm he is. Darwin, DH and I have had a fun time walking around and exploring, there is so much fun stuff within walking distance. 

The first two things that happened for Darwin when we moved was 1) a bath. Bathing Darwin in the shower was impossible at the in-laws so we used the dog wash that was located at the local car wash. The water was cold and it was expensive so he didn't get bathed very often. He sure was happy to be bathed in a warm shower this time, well as happy as he can ever be about getting a bath.

The second item of business was to start rigorous training again. The in laws SPOILED him majorly. No follow through on commands, way too many treats, etc. So we've started working on that. He's doing really well!

Overall I am excited for the future, and just so grateful for our wonderful dood. He is so amazing at adapting to new situations, nothing throws him. I'm so proud of him for taking all of this in stride, and being such a good boy even when his life has been turned upside down. Darwin, you are the best!

[Lisa, Daisy & Dexter]

Sounds like new beginnings for all and they all sound so exciting. Oh to be young again.

The photos, as usual, are awesome.

[Linda and Murphy]

Congrats on the move. Your photos are wonderful and Darwin is as handsome as ever.  Good luck,

[Phoebe's Mom]

First, as always, your pictures are amazing.  I especially like the after bath pictures and the last one as well.  Just gorgeous!  Good luck and much happiness in your new home.  You are all very lucky to have each other and to have adapted so beautifully to your new environment.

[Maryann,Roo and Tigger]

Absolutely darling pictures.  Dogs are quite like children.  They differentiate easily between what is allowed at grandma's and what is allowed at home.  So glad he settled in easily.

[Nancy, Ned, Clancy, and Charlie]

Congratulations on the move. Logan sounds like a terrific place for you to be while you get more of your education.

[Janie, Jackson and Jilly]

Good luck in your new home! So glad Darwin has adjusted so well!

[Anna and Achilles]

Good Luck with everything!

[Sue, Murphy and Bella ()*o*()]

Darwin is one lucky dood to have spent time with so many people who love him. He obviously prefers redheads Camilla. I can not imagine any person not falling totally in love with him, he is so full of life! It was a doodle like Darwin that turned me totally around from a "dogs are disgusting" to " my dogs mean everything to me" type of person, so I understand the power of the doodle!
Great blog and I just loved the pictures. Ahhhh, nothing like a warm shower to wash away the old and get on with the new! Good luck to the 3 of you. Darwin will probably always have a thing for Kate, but nothing like his love for you, his mommy.

[Jarka, Monty & Auggie]

Congratulations on your new home. That's really exciting! Darwin, I love you.

[Camilla and Darwin]

Jane, it's so true- my in-laws started out as anti-dog in the house people but now they love him to death and spoil him rotten! We are very lucky to have family who can take care of him while we are gone now. Thanks everyone, it's been very fun and exciting so far!