One Eventful Winter

So much has happened these past few months that my paws have been working overtime and not allowed me to sit down and update. So many visitors, crazy weather, and of course my time spent at the dog park have kept your favorite canine booked all winter. I even heard a trip to Cannon Beach is in the near future which means I'll have to get ready for some salt water swimming. I prefer Lake Washington, but I'm not one to pass up a chance for a swim.

Miss Eloise is doing great. I like to watch over her occasionally. We have talked about forming an alliance as the attention Matt & Jennifer dole out is now split between the two of us. Some kind of agreement will be necessary as not to force Eloise or I to go on strike.

Can't say enough good things about having my own yard. Finally, my own space to walk around and not feel rushed before doing my business. I highly recommend getting yourself one if you don't already have a yard.

That's all I have time for now. Hope to talk to you soon.

-C-

Sweet Eloise

There's been a new addition to casa de Herrera/Steele. A miniature person named 'Eloise' has arrived. She doesn't say much, but she sure smells good. Every now and again she'll make fuss, but she's mostly quite and content. One more person to love.

Sweet Home Ballard

So we're finally in our own home.  That's my excuse for such a long absence, you know the strenuous move, and trying to get all our stuff unpacked .   Anyway, Ballard is awesome! I've got my own yard, with an apple tree.  FYI, I love apples.  They're everywhere.  Falling from the sky, just waiting for me to gobble them up.  I have so much to say, but so many apples to munch, so I'll be back momentarily. 

I was able to visit my big sister a few weeks ago.  I remember a beautiful day with warm sunshine and the glimmering waters of Puget Sound.  Today, the first week of June, it's cold and rainy.  The gray skies and shivering temperatures didn't stop me from taking my weekly dip into Lake Washington this morning (sorry no photos, it's all business when I satisfy the swimming needs).

Anyway, I'm looking forward to getting my very own yard.  I'll finally be able to poop-in-peace and not have somebody hovering over urging me to "hurry up, come on hurry up it's raining out here and I forgot a jacket and cap."  We'll see if this yard thing works out.  I'll keep you informed.

Ciao!! 

-C-

Spring has sprung and I'm ready for some sun, beach, and fetchin'.  It's been a long and stormy winter and although the weather typically doesn't turn until July 5, I can no longer play games inside to satisfy my canine urge to rough-house.  My sincere apologies for not providing updates on my winter activities, but all my attention was focused on bustin' out of this closet we call home.  I've been promised a new house and backyard in the near future, so we'll see if you-know-who delivers on that promise.

I'm off to the park to get in some swim time.  I hope to see you down there!!

-C-

Kalaloch

For New Years we went to Kalaloch on the Washington coast. I LOVE the ocean! It is my second mostest favorite thing (behind food of course). I run and run and run and feel so free! I went for lots of walks with Jennifer, Matt, and Susan. And I took naps on the couch while the humans played cards. They didn't seem to mind that I was on the couch :) I hope you all have a wonderful new year!

love

Charley

Christmas

Christmas was wonderful! Jennifer and I spent the night at Gran and Bonnie's. Bonnie and I had a slumber party in the kitchen--we were very good :) Then we had Christmas morning and Rebecca, Susan, and Bill came over. Then everyone left and I got to stay and play with Bonnie and Gran. I spend the night again--I was being dog-sat (but not sat on). We had sooo much fun! Gran said she didn't think she was going to give me back to Jennifer... But she did. I sure had fun though. I am excited to be dog-sat again by Gran.

love

Charley

:)

How could you resist?

Reindeer Charley!