As soon as Scout hears my feet hit the stairs in the morning, she is raring to go. She wakes up with a smile on her sweet face. Her joy is infectious – she often goes into what we call a ‘pounce.’ Sometimes she’ll spin around. She’s hilarious.
Riley, on the other hand, is like his mother. He wakes up slowly.
While Scout is ready to go outside and take care of business immediately, Riley stays on the floor for a while. He may be there for a mere 10 minutes but he’s been known to stay there for 2 hours. Then suddenly, he’ll get up and head for the door.
They’re so quirky and individual, these little babies of mine. This is the part I hate – knowing that I’m leaving in 3 days and will be away from them for 7 weeks. They have no idea. At least Don knows and understands and has had time to prepare for it all. The minute Scout sees my suitcase, she’ll turn away from me. She won’t meet my eyes. I’ll explain as best I can why I have to go, but they won’t understand. This is the time my heart breaks a little.
Babies need their Mom. Mom needs her babies.
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My heart goes out to everyone affected by the devastating tornados in the South. I hope and pray you are all safe. The weather here today was stormy and unpredictable. At one point, I was running errands south of our home when the radio broadcast a tornado warning for the area in which I was driving. The sky was frighteningly dark. I got out of the car and went into Target until the warning expired. That was unsettling but nothing like it must have been in Alabama and Georgia yesterday.
I also want to add that I am behind in blog visiting and commenting. I’ve so much to do before I leave. I don’t think I’ll be able to catch up until I get to Wisconsin and have some down time. Sorry!
They sure do seem to understand alot to be animals don’t they ;) Casey used to get so upset when I packed and I only left her twice in the 14 years I had her! Otherwise we went to my mother’s house together. I am sorry you will be away from your family and home for so long. I know time flies but sure seems long when you have down time and no babies! Have a good trip and stay safe. We were spared they bad stuff today but are still reeling from the ones almost 3 weeks ago! UGH!
Hugs, Lisa
Admit it, your heart breaks a lot. It’s okay. We know. I heard the sirens the other night and just thought, eh, I’m staying put. I grew up in Oklahoma, ya know.
Brenda
Your pups are so precious. We have the same routine at our house. Rowdy wakes up ready to go and Handsome has always enjoyed snuggling in a bit longer.
Lets hope everyone has good weather tonite!
Di
My husband and I just had a conversation about the exact same thing. I told him that It’s going to be harder than ever to leave our Max when we go on vacation. I hate it!!! Praying here too for the people affected by those horrible tornados. Blessings, Joanne
There is an intuition with our babies … they know it all. Your babies are just beautiful.
Enjoy your trip, don’t worry about blogging, just do what you have to do & we’ll be here for you when you return.
Have a beautiful weekend.
TTFN ~
Marydon
You babies are so beautiful, brings a big smile to my face.
xoxo
Karyn
This is so sweet, and so very true. I can’t stand to leave my Molly for long periods of time; however, I have never been without her for seven weeks. I pray it’s an easy trip for you….hug ’em tight tonight.
Safe travels
They look like a bunch of sweeties! I understand how hard it can be to leave – if only we could explain how long we’ll be gone and that we’re coming back. Luckily they have their Dad to keep them company until you’re back. Do they Skype?
Hi Claudia,
Oh, how I know those furbaby looks. Miss Morgan goes and curls up in a tuffet or on the bed and won’t look at me..she knows I’m going somewhere..if she were just a bit smaller I could put her in a bag and take her everywhere.
Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia and my Tennessee were all hit badly yesterday. I just got my internet connection back today. I’ve put up a post about the storm.
I didn’t realize you were going a way for so long. I know how hard this is for you…you take care.
(((((hugs to you)))))
Stephanie ♥
Aw that must be so hard to be away from your babies for so long, and hard for them too…missing mama! They always know what’s up when the suitcases come out.
Tornadoes are one of my worst fears! I can’t imagine being in the devastation of the south. Glad none touched down by you!
Claudia, your dogies are so beautiful,looking- I so understand you will miss them much- and them,you-
The south are terribly hurt from the weather, we se here in TV ,too-and I feel so sad for all the people affectet in one way or the other.
Have a lovely day,dear.
Hugs,Dorthe
YOUR BABIES ARE SO PRECIOUS….YOUR POST BROUGHT TEARS TO MY EYES, JUST KNOWING YOU WILL BE AWAY AGAIN
MUST BE SO STRESSFUL FOR YOU, BUT IT WILL GET BETTER, JUST TAKE EACH DAY AT A TIME. EASIER SAID THEN DONE…ENJOY YOUR LAST FEW DAYS AT HOME. RIZZI
Awww, they always know when we’re going away! I feel guilty every time! I’m thankful that we found a nice woman who has a couple of dogs of her own to watch our baby-that way I feel like he’s having a bit of fun himself! I tell him that he’s going to a sleepover! or doggie camp!!!
-Lynn
Scout and Riley your Aunt Meredith misses you a bunch. So sad about the tornados in the South, so much death and destruction. Love you Claud,
Mere
Oh Claudia I feel sad when I have to leave my 2 little babies just for the afternoon! I can only imagine what you are going through. They will be with your husband so they will be in good hands. Just think how happy your homecoming will be! Have a blissful weekend with your family!~Hugs, Patti
They do steal our hearts don’t they?! I know you will miss your fur babies. Louie is not even a year old and I am worried about going on vacation without him. Have a safe trip and hopefully time will pass quickly and you’ll be home before you know it!
I am sure you will miss your babies…and they, you. THANKS for the Easter wishes!
Rene
Cannot think of leaving Kim for so long… She’s my baby, my faithful companion, my best friend. I know, only animal lovers can understand! I DO, Claudia! Keep your beautiful bubbly self anyway.
Monica x
Precious babies!!!!!
xx’s for them.
Becky
Your babies are so sweet! I love my girls too. They do not appreciate it when I go out…but are so excited when I come back!
I wish you the best on your upcoming trip. I hope the time flies by and that you have some really great moments.
Hugs,
Terri