7.25.2012

THE PUP


Meet Moose. The newest member of our family.

When Andrew asked what we should name him, I asked how his family had come upon the name Buster for their dog. Apparently, they were all fans of Peanut Buster Parfaits from Dairy Queen. We then thought carefully about what he and I are both fans of...something that might inspire a name for our new pet. 

"Moose Tracks ice cream!" I exclaimed. 

We both knew instantly that it was perfect.

Imagine our shock and surprise when we were informed that the previous owners had already named him Moose...after his large, chocolate lab of a father. What are the chances??

I think it was meant to be.




I am, however, still often wondering what I got myself into. What did I agree to? Don't get me wrong. I love his cuteness right now...please note the soft, green eyes and gargantuan paws. But this is going to be one big dog!

And I don't particularly enjoy 3AM puppy potty breaks, cleaning up after accidents, or disciplining him for crying in his kennel...especially when Andrew has to leave town so often for work and his church calling.



I do take comfort in several things:
1.) For a puppy, he is relatively chill. He learns fast, will be easy to train, and isn't the terror that was Marley the yellow lab.
2.) Andrew is happy. So, so, so happy. You should see the way these two look at each other. This alone makes it worth it.




10 comments:

Chanelle said...

Congratulations, you guys! He's real cute!

Chanelle said...

Congratulations, you guys! He's real cute!

Chanelle said...

Congratulations, you guys! He's real cute!

Chanelle said...

Congratulations, you guys! He's real cute!

Chanelle said...

Congratulations, you guys! He's real cute!

Jenny B said...

I love your photography! Great photos.

Nick and Sarah Leonard said...

Oh I love him! I bet it will be nice to have a protective little friend when Andrew goes out of town over night. I've be meaning to tell you THANK YOU so much for posting all your ideas and projects for your house. I was a copy cat and used your paint colors and a few of the same light fixtures and I am in love with my house! It should be done in a few weeks! You have such a good eye for colors and decorating. It's so fun to YOUR house all together. I can't wait to see more. Thanks!

jerri said...

Oh, he melts my heart. We have a sweet yellow lab, Levi, who is 8 and so wonderful. My first baby though before kids, was a Chocolate Lab named, Floyd, & he was as close to being perfect, as one could get. Enjoy.

Unknown said...

I just love your blog. I have been able to get to know you and my nephew better through it.

Aunt Lynda

Katie said...

The puppy stages can be hard to deal with sometimes but in the end, you'll love him even more. Congrats , miss you.

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