About 24 hours ago – our sweet little Cindi coaxed her way into my arms.   I didn’t even know how to hold a dog.  She is teaching me.  Everyone said “Just like a baby.” Oh, I can do that, eyes closed but it’s been a while.  Is this my empty nest ‘baby’? You betcha!This picture above was once they released her to me after payment and paperwork, just like a real baby at the hospital and me wondering, “How could they let me go home with this child/pet when I don’t know the first thing about it?”

Some people learn a new language or how to play an instrument to ward off old age symptoms and keep their brains active.  I guess I needed to nurture and learn how to care for a sentient being that I was once afraid of.  New lessons, new rules and new comprehension.  I never understood ‘pack’ mentality.  I care to learn now and I am eager to express my alpha female self.  I required a dog who would train me, that’s all.  She is heaven sent, for sure.  Enjoying her brand new backyard!