What's Your Secret?

I love www.postsecret.com.

The secrets this week (new secrets every Sunday) aren't as powerful as some I've read in the past so check back next time if you're not satisfied ( though a few of them are about finishing Harry Potter...if you're a fan). Some of the secrets make you bust out laughing, some make you eyes tear, and some make you say, "Hey...I really didn't need to know that." And they're always relevant to what's going on (like the end of Harry Potter, father's day, Christmas etc.) It's such an amazing thing to see the insides of people in this format. It's a tiny window to our souls. It's a  way to say something that you would never have the guts to say out loud. What's so cool is that you have no idea what these people look like, where they work, what they wear...it's all a mystery. You are left to judge them solely on one tiny piece of information...their secret. 

It may seem silly to mail in a decorated postcard with your secret to a complete stranger, but I can see how it might feel freeing. Secrets are hard to keep, hard to maintain. For some people it might be a way to release that secret...to let go of the past.

And no matter who you are...we all have secrets...little ones...big ones...life changing ones. So what's one of your secrets?

Family Addition...Part 2

Here are actual pictures. Names people...I need names! How do you feel about Chumley? hehe.

A New Family Addition

I am not pregnant if that's what you're thinking. No more human babies for me. Now lets get to the story...

I haven't had the best luck with dogs. Cats are quiet and easy and simple, but dogs are more like humans. They are emotional, fun and high-maintenance. In most ways, they need the same care as babies. After two failed attempts at owning a dog (and always making sure they go back to a responsible owner) Charles and I decided we didn't spend enough time deciding on what breed was right for our family. We really think a dog is a rewarding addition to the family but we have to be willing to give it the time and patience they need. With that said, we also need a dog that will compliment our family and grow as we grow. We want a dog that will give to our family, not take away from it.

So there you have it. On Sunday July 24th, we will be the new and PERMINANT owners of an 8 week old Golden Retriever. I don't have pictures of our little guy yet, but this is pretty much what he looks like. And there will be no flip flopping this time. I plan on raising this little guy as my own...and you don't give back your children.  It makes me feel guilty really...for letting go of the other two...but I know for a fact that they are much better off and happier where they are right now (because I've asked for updates).

Here are a few reasons I love Golden Retrievers:

"These are lovable, well-mannered, intelligent dogs with a great charm. They are easily trained, and always patient and gentle with children. Charming, devoted and self-assured, they are a popular family dog. Energetic and loving, Golden Retrievers enjoy pleasing their masters, so obedience training can be very rewarding. They excel in competitions. Friendly with everyone, including other dogs, the Golden Retriever has very little, if any, guarding instincts. While unlikely to attack, Goldens make good watchdogs, loudly signaling a stranger's approach. This breed needs to be around people who display leadership to be happy." http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/goldenretriever.htm 

Don't be fooled by his adorable little face. Under all that fur is a whining, pooping, shoe chewing machine. And he's all ours.

P.S. I need a little help with names please. I like my dog names like my kids names: cute, not weird...and mostly un-common.