Been MIA, but we're back.

[Laura & Chewie]

Hi Everyone!

 

Chewie and I have been checking in, but I really haven't had much time the last month or so to post and/or start a discussion.  We have moved (in with my daughter and her family) and I'm sure I don't have to tell you what that involved...whew, I'm exhausted!  I'm starting to feel settled and thought I'd catch up a little.

 

This is a move we have contemplated for quite some time now...almost since five years ago when I lost my husband.  Julie and I are very close, my son-in-law is wonderful and totally on board with this and I am with my two granddaughters daily as it was (how wonderful is that!).  Even still, we thought and talked and talked somemore and planned and wanted to make sure.  So, I'm leasing my home out (rather than take a hugh loss), so the extra income will be nice also.  Chewie and I have been here about 2-1/2 weeks and are feeling at home.  Even though he was obviously very familiar with Julie's home, he had never stayed overnight.  It took him a few days, but he now seems quite comfortable.

 

Now for the update I owe all of you after Chewie's bootcamp experience in September.  He is doing great!  He is much better obeying commands and has calmed down a lot.  He doesn't "look" to get into trouble.  Even being here with so many more toys around, he has, for the most part, been ignoring them.  Drop and leave-it commands now mean something to him.  He still can get an attitude on occasion, but it happens much less often.  Overall, he is a very good boy and we couldn't be more thrilled with his progress!  We actually have one more visit owed to us by the trainer as part of the bootcamp package and we have put it off with the possible anticipation of a problem cropping up because of the move.  Thankfully, hasn't been an issue at all.

 

Well, this is enought of a book to read.  Looking forward to being back and participating more here at DK.

[Ricki and Tara (doodle)]

It's so nice that you are back!!! What wonderful news about Chewie-just more evidence of how smart these fabulous doodles are!!! I hope that your move works out well for all parties involved.

[Jane, Guinness and Murphy]

I'm so glad that you're back! I'm sure this had been a huge change for you...and Chewie. I'm so happy that you're with your daughter and your two granddaughters. When you have some time, I'd really love to hear more about "boot camp" - it sounds like it was very helpful to Chewie.

[Nina, Phil, Harlow & Lacey]

Welcome back. I am glad life is settling back down for you. Looking forward to your future posts.

[F, Calla & Luca]

I'm glad to hear all is going well. Welcome back

[Laurie, Fudge, and Vern]

Welcome back and glad to hear everything is going great for you and Chewie!

[Kyoko]

Welcome back!! I was wondering about Chewlie's boot camp.... I am glad to hear that it worked out for him!!

[Nancy, Ned, Clancy, and Charlie]

Congratulations on a successful move and a successful bootcamp. I am so glad that you have been about to work through Chewie's problems - you deserve an award for perseverance. It is always wonderful when the generations can live together. It can be a win=win situation.

[Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle]

Welcome back! Mine is a mother/daughter/grandchild/doodle home as well!

[cheryl & oliver]

Laura welcome back, glad to see you again. I am so happy for you that things are working out for you with your move, and WTG Chewie!!!...so glad to hear he is doing so well...I am looking forward to hearing new stories about yours and Chewies adventures..Again Welcome Back....

[Camilla and Darwin]

Nice to hear from you again. I'm so glad that Chewie is progressing!

[shelly]

So glad to hear about the move. Sounds like you'll love being around your grandchildren too! SOO glad to hear Chewie did well with the Boot camp!!! Keep us posted! Welcome back... since work started again, I haven't been on as much either!

[Nancie & Gracie Doodle]

I'm glad to hear that Chewie has progressed so nicely. It was so sad reading your posts before about the problems you were having with him. Such a cutie pie yet such a devil. Sounds like the move was a win/win situation for everyone. I'm sure it is a hard adjustment to make after living alone and being in your own home. Happy for you and Chewie that everything is working out nicely. We did miss you and the updates...Welcome back!