The puppies are keeping me busy.
Lots of cleaning. Lots of socialising with eldest dog (who isn't so fond of getting his tail bitten)
I find myself outdoors on a regular basis. Our garden has many jungles for small dogs to explore, but also many tall retaining walls to tumble down. So supervision at this stage is a must. The kids, AKA Jungle Jim and Jungle Jane help out when at home, but for the most part, it is me. Toilet training times two is very time consuming.
The weather has been beautiful so no complaints wanting to be outside in the sun. I do the spot of weeding or pruning in my 10 minute stints. And it's great focussing on my plants with the type of work I am doing right now. When I'm indoors, I am illustrating for an annual report, and finishing some large paintings.
The days are going too fast.
Keeping all my fingers and toes crossed for a healthy winter.
Lovely blog post and can't wait to see your new paintings! And re your new puppies: we have a basset hound (similar body type - long with short legs). Our dog had surgery in February for a herniated disc. I can't tell you how many daschunds we saw in the waiting room for the same ailment. If at all possible carry them up and down stairs, and do whatever you can to prevent jumping up and down off furniture. I'm sure you already know this but I was blown away by how many doxies were in the hospital with bad backs. Seems to be a common issue with these long bodied breeds. The puppies are adoralbe. I'm seriously considering getting a doxie as our next doggie.
Posted by: Sallyroo (Aussie living in Canada) | 01/06/2012 at 10:47
I think your life sounds just beautiful Tiel. Full of good everyday things, and the amazing drama of everyday things too. To know your Zia is absolutely a gift I am sure!!
Posted by: Lari Washburn | 30/05/2012 at 00:14