When Rich and I bought our first house, we had a dog practically before the ink on the closing papers was dry! This is Missy. Sorry, crappy picture of picture. Missy lived to be 15 years old.
Than we had Ginger. She came from the Michigan Humane Society and she was the best dog you could ever hope for. She lived to be 14. Sorry, another crappy picture of picture.
After Ginger was gone we decided not to get another dog. By that time we were empty nesters and wanted to be able to leave on spontaneous trips once in a while, which would be hard to do with a dog!
Somewhere in between those dogs we got our first cat, a 5-year old named Stacy and that started my love affair with cats that continues to this day!
But I do love dogs, too and really miss having one sometimes!
Having JUST returned from vacation, I know what you mean about dogs--I love em too, but its too hard to get someone to care for them on trips. With a cat, someone just needs to show up once a day (or so, depending on the size of the food and water dishes!) and scoop some litter. Much easier. Now, if I could just convince the Mister to allow a cat........
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I'm sure all your furry friends loved living with you.
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ReplyDeleteAwwww, this makes me miss Katie Elizabeth! Hopper is here today, though and Patti is on her way. She may think she's leaving him when she goes home tomorrow, but I have news for her. hardyharhar :)
ReplyDeleteWe were without a dog for about 4 months. It was miserable. We adopted a rescue boxer. It is difficult for travel, but mostly where we go she can go too.
ReplyDeleteI never wanted another cat, but I have one - and I enjoy him a lot.
Dear Farmer Jeanette: I hope you have a good weekend, and nice weather for your farm. :)
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