I'll keep this short. The title says it all.
I am depressed. I keep going to the door every time I hear something that I think is Mommy, but it never is. I've gone from sticking by Daddy all day to starting to look at the door more. It's not helping. I think Daddy is talking to her on the phone, but he doesn't tell me. In fact, all he tells me is to get out of the kitchen, or that whatever I heard it isn't Mommy at the door.
I'm going to go sulk some more...
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Monday, June 29, 2009
WHERE'S THE MOMMY?!?!
Let me start by saying that last week was pretty good. For some reason, Mommy started sleeping later and Daddy started letting me out in the mornings. At first I thought it was a weekend, but after several days like this I just decided to accept it and enjoy it. More time with Mommy is always good. Then came yesterday...
Yesterday, we all got up early like it was a regular day, so I thought that things would be normal. Too hot to walk (thankfully Daddy figured out a long time ago that since I have a yard we don't need to go for walks in the heat) so a quick trip out for needed things and then back into the nice cool house. Well, Mommy had spent the day before putting all kinds of things into those big blue boxes that they take with them when they leave me alone for a long time, and that should have been my tip to be wise, but I ignored it. So, up early and then Daddy goes out front and there is Auntie Laurie! I got to go out and say hi to her without a collar! Talk about a rare treat! I tried to sneak off to explore the neighborhood, but everybody was watching me and I got lured back inside with the promise of treats (I'm such a sucker for that.) They took a bunch of things out to Auntie Laurie's car and closed the door behind them and kept me in, so I stood there waiting patiently. Daddy came in, but not Mommy. After a few minutes of no Mommy, I decided that she went somewhere and would be back later.
Well, bed time came and still no Mommy. Daddy started talking on the phone, and when he does that when it's close to bed time that usually means that Mommy is just about home. I got all excited and went to the door and waited. Daddy called me back and stuck something by my ear and I thought I could hear Mommy talking to me, so I ran to the door again. No Mommy. Daddy took me outside for my evening relief, and then gave me my treats and put me to bed. I went to sleep waiting for Mommy, figuring that she would be home very late and that I would get to sleep in with her tomorrow (today.)
This morning, Daddy got me up again and we did the usual morning things, and then he went in to stand in the water. I looked around the house. No Mommy! I sniffed all over, but her scent was starting to fade. This made me sad, so I went and hid in my safe spot under the bed. Since then, I have been out for two rides today with Daddy. Once in his truck (this whole thing with Mommy missing has got me so upset that I forgot to order breakfast, but they know me there so I got what I wanted anyway) and then in Mommy's car. We drove for a bit and then Grandpa got in. That was nice to see him, but I had to ride in the back seat, which I don't like much. After he got out I got to get back into the front for the ride home. So, now we're home, but still no Mommy.
All of this has got me tired, so I'm going to take a nap. I'll write more later.
Yesterday, we all got up early like it was a regular day, so I thought that things would be normal. Too hot to walk (thankfully Daddy figured out a long time ago that since I have a yard we don't need to go for walks in the heat) so a quick trip out for needed things and then back into the nice cool house. Well, Mommy had spent the day before putting all kinds of things into those big blue boxes that they take with them when they leave me alone for a long time, and that should have been my tip to be wise, but I ignored it. So, up early and then Daddy goes out front and there is Auntie Laurie! I got to go out and say hi to her without a collar! Talk about a rare treat! I tried to sneak off to explore the neighborhood, but everybody was watching me and I got lured back inside with the promise of treats (I'm such a sucker for that.) They took a bunch of things out to Auntie Laurie's car and closed the door behind them and kept me in, so I stood there waiting patiently. Daddy came in, but not Mommy. After a few minutes of no Mommy, I decided that she went somewhere and would be back later.
Well, bed time came and still no Mommy. Daddy started talking on the phone, and when he does that when it's close to bed time that usually means that Mommy is just about home. I got all excited and went to the door and waited. Daddy called me back and stuck something by my ear and I thought I could hear Mommy talking to me, so I ran to the door again. No Mommy. Daddy took me outside for my evening relief, and then gave me my treats and put me to bed. I went to sleep waiting for Mommy, figuring that she would be home very late and that I would get to sleep in with her tomorrow (today.)
This morning, Daddy got me up again and we did the usual morning things, and then he went in to stand in the water. I looked around the house. No Mommy! I sniffed all over, but her scent was starting to fade. This made me sad, so I went and hid in my safe spot under the bed. Since then, I have been out for two rides today with Daddy. Once in his truck (this whole thing with Mommy missing has got me so upset that I forgot to order breakfast, but they know me there so I got what I wanted anyway) and then in Mommy's car. We drove for a bit and then Grandpa got in. That was nice to see him, but I had to ride in the back seat, which I don't like much. After he got out I got to get back into the front for the ride home. So, now we're home, but still no Mommy.
All of this has got me tired, so I'm going to take a nap. I'll write more later.
Thursday, June 18, 2009
What a Day!
Yesterday was strange. It all started in the morning. Things were moving along as normal, but then they started to get odd. Daddy made a treat for me like he was leaving. For me, this is instantly something to be considered. Daddy stays home with me now, so why would he leave? Sure enough, out the door he went with Mommy and there I stood, treat in my mouth wondering what was going on. I settled in to have some peanut butter and wait for him to come back. After a while, I got tired of waiting by the door and looked out of the windows... no Daddy. What the heck? When I got tired of waiting by the other door, I went and sulked under the bed. It's my safe spot where I go when I am in trouble or tired of waiting or sad.
A long while later, Daddy came home. You'd think that I would be happy, and I was at first, but then I got closer. DADDY SMELLED LIKE ANOTHER DOG!!! And not just 1 dog, but 4 DOGS!!! I too my time smelling him all over. It certainly cooled my response to him being home, but I was glad to have him home anyway. After that, things were better. He sat down at the computer and started playing a game. Not work, but it's still the same thing to me... sitting in the chair ignoring me. About lunchtime we went for a walk, which was nice since I didn't get one in the morning. Well, it was a short walk, like it was morning, and I was not happy about that. Then, we come back home and he puts my collar on me. I'm thinking, "food run!" Yes indeed, we get in the truck and head out. The truck was HOT inside, but he put the wind on me and that started feeling better. More bad then, because we went to the place that doesn't even care that I am in the truck and waiting for My order, let alone his. Well, Daddy gave me a treat, but I wanted one from the window and it just didn't happen. I think this is because there is only one window at this place and not two like at the other place. So, back home we go.
No, not back home we go. He started driving, and eating, and driving more. We drove a long time, and I had to sit there and smell all of that food, and then all of the food was gone (and not a scrap left for me) and all I could do was lay there and wait. FINALLY we stopped, but Daddy was talking on the phone. Well, talk about surprised, we were at Mommy's school! Cool! I get to see Mommy! I was all wiggles and grins, but then things went different Again. There were kids in the room, and I mean a LOT of them. All wanting to touch me at once, and all I wanted to do was smell around (somebody had put something that smelled Really Good somewhere) and my other usual things when I come out there, but no. Sit on the table. Let the kid pet me. Eat a treat here and there (ok, so that was a good part, but still, what I had to endure to get those treats...) and just sit there. Finally, Daddy let me down and we went outside. Lots to smell, and at least I get to see all of the kids that make those smells. After a short time outside (and I do mean short) we went back inside. Daddy and I went over my Mommy's little room (she says office) and I got to lay down for a while without the kids being all over me. Oh, they still came over, one or two at at a time, but it was at least a break from the mob.
Finally, all of the kids left, but then so did Mommy! Daddy let me walk all around the room and smell whatever I wanted. There was something very interesting in a box, but I couldn't get into it. After a few minutes, Daddy and I got back into the truck (no Mommy) and started the long drive home. It was good to be home to my nice quiet house. Funny thing is, when Mommy got home I wasn't as excited to see her as I normally am. I mean, I had just seen her a little while before, so it wasn't like she had been gone all day.
Anyway, I slept good last night, and today I am back into my normal routine. I think tonight is the night that Mommy is usually out very late, but after all of the excitement yesterday, I'm not sure. I guess there's nothing to do but take a nap and see.
A long while later, Daddy came home. You'd think that I would be happy, and I was at first, but then I got closer. DADDY SMELLED LIKE ANOTHER DOG!!! And not just 1 dog, but 4 DOGS!!! I too my time smelling him all over. It certainly cooled my response to him being home, but I was glad to have him home anyway. After that, things were better. He sat down at the computer and started playing a game. Not work, but it's still the same thing to me... sitting in the chair ignoring me. About lunchtime we went for a walk, which was nice since I didn't get one in the morning. Well, it was a short walk, like it was morning, and I was not happy about that. Then, we come back home and he puts my collar on me. I'm thinking, "food run!" Yes indeed, we get in the truck and head out. The truck was HOT inside, but he put the wind on me and that started feeling better. More bad then, because we went to the place that doesn't even care that I am in the truck and waiting for My order, let alone his. Well, Daddy gave me a treat, but I wanted one from the window and it just didn't happen. I think this is because there is only one window at this place and not two like at the other place. So, back home we go.
No, not back home we go. He started driving, and eating, and driving more. We drove a long time, and I had to sit there and smell all of that food, and then all of the food was gone (and not a scrap left for me) and all I could do was lay there and wait. FINALLY we stopped, but Daddy was talking on the phone. Well, talk about surprised, we were at Mommy's school! Cool! I get to see Mommy! I was all wiggles and grins, but then things went different Again. There were kids in the room, and I mean a LOT of them. All wanting to touch me at once, and all I wanted to do was smell around (somebody had put something that smelled Really Good somewhere) and my other usual things when I come out there, but no. Sit on the table. Let the kid pet me. Eat a treat here and there (ok, so that was a good part, but still, what I had to endure to get those treats...) and just sit there. Finally, Daddy let me down and we went outside. Lots to smell, and at least I get to see all of the kids that make those smells. After a short time outside (and I do mean short) we went back inside. Daddy and I went over my Mommy's little room (she says office) and I got to lay down for a while without the kids being all over me. Oh, they still came over, one or two at at a time, but it was at least a break from the mob.
Finally, all of the kids left, but then so did Mommy! Daddy let me walk all around the room and smell whatever I wanted. There was something very interesting in a box, but I couldn't get into it. After a few minutes, Daddy and I got back into the truck (no Mommy) and started the long drive home. It was good to be home to my nice quiet house. Funny thing is, when Mommy got home I wasn't as excited to see her as I normally am. I mean, I had just seen her a little while before, so it wasn't like she had been gone all day.
Anyway, I slept good last night, and today I am back into my normal routine. I think tonight is the night that Mommy is usually out very late, but after all of the excitement yesterday, I'm not sure. I guess there's nothing to do but take a nap and see.
Monday, June 15, 2009
Ordering Breakfast
Just a quick little thing for you. I've learned how to order breakfast at the local drive-thru! Let me explain a bit before you think that I'm just wandering in and being served...
This morning, Daddy and I went for a drive. I had a sneaking suspicion that it was for him to go get breakfast, so I went along even though I decided to not go on my morning walk due to being up late last night and having my routine disrupted (Mommy was out quite late, but that's another story for another time.) Anyway, into the truck we went, and sure enough, he pulled up to the thing that talks to him by the pictures of food. He talked to the thing, and it just didn't seem to me like he had given them any instructions as to what I was wanting (biscuits, please) so I spoke up. Daddy seemed quite surprised and quickly told me to be quiet. It's not like I am a talker, so he really should let me have my say when I feel like saying it.
So, he drove around the corner and up to the little window, and there stands a nice man waiting to take the funny square thing from Daddy. Before Daddy can even hand him that thing, out comes two biscuits for me! Can we say "Jackpot!"? Well, I was quite happy! We pulled up to the next window (the food window) and Daddy said something about me needing "a third one, thanks..." and I have to say I got a little indignant. There was a biscuit with my name on it, and it was being denied to me! Anyway, I did get my usual treat for going on a ride, so I guess the trip wasn't a total loss. I did get a new skill, and I call that an accomplishment for all dogs! Rise up, fellow hounds, and give the talk box your food order!
This morning, Daddy and I went for a drive. I had a sneaking suspicion that it was for him to go get breakfast, so I went along even though I decided to not go on my morning walk due to being up late last night and having my routine disrupted (Mommy was out quite late, but that's another story for another time.) Anyway, into the truck we went, and sure enough, he pulled up to the thing that talks to him by the pictures of food. He talked to the thing, and it just didn't seem to me like he had given them any instructions as to what I was wanting (biscuits, please) so I spoke up. Daddy seemed quite surprised and quickly told me to be quiet. It's not like I am a talker, so he really should let me have my say when I feel like saying it.
So, he drove around the corner and up to the little window, and there stands a nice man waiting to take the funny square thing from Daddy. Before Daddy can even hand him that thing, out comes two biscuits for me! Can we say "Jackpot!"? Well, I was quite happy! We pulled up to the next window (the food window) and Daddy said something about me needing "a third one, thanks..." and I have to say I got a little indignant. There was a biscuit with my name on it, and it was being denied to me! Anyway, I did get my usual treat for going on a ride, so I guess the trip wasn't a total loss. I did get a new skill, and I call that an accomplishment for all dogs! Rise up, fellow hounds, and give the talk box your food order!
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