Lather, Rinse, Repeat

Today was more of the same. I was puked on twice last night. Nobody has the stomach flu, but two of the girls inherited the Kings gag reflex and when they get to coughing, well you get the picture. Poor Boo. She was so miserable last night and there just wasn't a whole lot that I could do for her. Have I mentioned that she is jealous of the puppy too? Thank goodness she will always have "baby" status in our family because she is very high maintenance and wouldn't tolerate a new baby in our house.

Chiggie was feeling well enough to go to a costume party today and she had a blast. They don't get to wear their Halloween costumes to school so it was nice for her to get to see some of her classmates dressed up. It's hard for the little girls when we drop her off somewhere. They still don't really understand they can't tag along. It makes me sad even though I know their day will come as well.

Tomorrow I'm hoping everyone is feeling well enough to go to church. I also really need to do some raking and pick up our newly acquired dog poo, but that'll probably have to wait until Monday. It's supposed to be really cold and nobody is ready to be outside that's for sure. Oh and I must add. I did one of those things I swore I never would. You see early in the morning when the puppy first wakes up it's freezing outside. Literally, like in the teens, freezing. I hate to watch him shivering and looking so miserable soooooooo... I bought him a jacket. A fleece lined, jacket with a hood. He seems to like it just fine and I hope it keeps him warmer. The girls think it's adorable. Now if I start carrying him around in a purse, I MUST be stopped!

Yuck...

The little girls are sick. Last night was spent mostly measuring out medicine, taking temperatures, and laundering puked on bedclothes. Sorry if that last part was a little too much but I'm just trying to keep it real over here. This has been a crazy week and I'm so glad it's Friday. I hope everyone's not sick all weekend long.

Puppy Love

* This is mostly for my own record. If it bores you to tears feel free to skip and you won't hurt my feelings a bit!*

The puppy has officially been here for 4 days. The King had him for an entire week before he came home so he's technically been a Dauk for about 10 days. In some ways having him around is much easier than I anticipated. He is very cooperative and is learning quickly. At around 11pm I put him in his crate ( a very fancy house complete with windows the King bought him) for the night. He never even whimpers, just lays right down and goes to sleep.

He sleeps through the night and keeps his little house dry. At about 6:30 am I hear him stirring around and get up and take him out immediately. Consistency is huge and I want him to have a routine. Chiggie doesn't have to be up until 7 so that gives me 30 minutes to potty, feed, and play with the puppy and still give her my full attention first thing.

After he potties, eats, and plays a bit he is content to sit back and watch the action. If we go for a ride he comes along. If we go somewhere he can't, shopping etc. then he goes in the crate. He never protests but he is ecstatic to see us when we get home. He is kept plenty busy all day long by the girls who love to cuddle him and bring him his toys. Taking him out several times a day gets a little tiring especially when it's cold and he would prefer chew on a leaf over potty. I just remind myself that before long he will let me know when he needs to go out.

As far as the name goes we chose Napolean because he has such a dominant personality for such a little dog. The different spelling was intentional. We sure love the little dude!

Celebration Time

I almost forgot to mention that today is my 2 year Blogaversary. Two whole years. I certainly know people who have been blogging for a whole lot more than two years, but still. I've learned a lot in these two years and I've had a lot of fun too. It's so neat to be able to go back into my own archives and read about events that I'm sure I would've forgotten had I not made this type of record. I've also met several really neat people along the way. Who knows what the future holds but at least I have some documentation of the past.

The King's New Ride

For quite some time now the King has been pushing his luck with his car. A 1989 Ford Taurus that we purchased for $200. No heater and no air conditioner. It was a hot summer, but it's supposed to be a very cold winter. We had been looking into the idea of buying a truck, but I wasn't crazy about the idea of a payment. My hand was forced on Friday when he broke down on his way home. Luckily he was able to borrow a spare car from my sister and made it home. Much later than originally planned, but I was just relieved he didn't get stuck on the other side of the mountain. And now we shouldn't have to worry much at all.

As an added bonus the truck fits all of us so we now officially have 2 vehicles. It can also tow the camper and won't have any problems in the snow. I'm still not crazy about the idea of a payment but I think we just bought a little peace of mind.

Surprise

The King was able to come home on Friday night. It was great. The girls thought he was a trick or treater. Not only did he get to come home but he brought the girls and my little sisters a Chinese Pug. We had been talking for some time about getting a puppy and I've wanted a pug for years. He's a doll baby and the girls are in love. Tea held Napolean tight after his first bath. I gave him one in the sink.
Chiggie was actually laughing right here as he licked her ear.

What a sleepy little boy!

What a look!

Trick or Treat