It's time to give thanks... woof!

Yes, it is time to give thanks. The big holiday is quickly approaching!

Even us dogs have a reason be to be thankful. At least most of us do!

I am both happy and thankful that Tom & Donna decided to adopt me, and take me home that Valentine's Day evening. Not that I wasn't having a good time where I was, but I like it much better here.

I saw the turkey sitting in the fridge defrosting. Boy! Does he look good. I just can't wait to smell him cooking away in the oven. I just know there's a few turkey scraps with my name on it.

As a retriever, part of my job is to carry things around. Sometimes I carry pillows, clothes, shoes, etc. Other times, I get a little daring, and latch on to gardening clippers and tools, cooking utensils, dishes, even a chicken planter.

If I can get it in my mouth, I will try to carry it. I was pretty good at taking things outside when I go, like some of my toys, throw pillows from the sofa, and other goodies.

Tom and Donna, however, have been discouraging me from doing that. So, most of the time I just carry the item to the door, and then, drop it. Once in awhile I sneak something outside.

Once I spent the week at the Barndt house, when Tom & Donna went to the beach. I had a great time running around their house with something called a "bra." I really don't know what it was, but they thought it was pretty funny.

Recently, I thought I'd help myself to some dog food, and carried the scoop around the house. That didn't work.

Also, this morning, I thought I'd do a little shopping after breakfast. So, I grabbed a coupon and a pen. Just in case I needed it. Turns out I didn't.

Ripping up pieces of paper and cardboard is another fun past time of mine. It can make quite a cool mess. The only problem is, that usually means it is time to run the vacuum cleaner, and I hate that thing.

Well, like I said, I have a lot to be thankful for. I am sure there are a lot of other dogs waiting to be adopted. They don't have it as good as me!

Happy Thanksgiving to one and all. It's time for another nap!

Woof! Woof!
Stanley