Feeling Grateful

“Bad things do happen in the world, like war, natural disasters, disease. But out of those situations always arise stories of ordinary people doing extraordinary things.” ~ Daryn Kagan





Today I am so very grateful to report that my daughter and her family who live in Miami are safe. Her husband stayed home with the two boys. I cannot even imagine how she must have felt when she had to leave her family behind. She was on the hurricane duty roster at the hospital where she works. She is a labor and delivery nurse, and she had to go in early Saturday and is expected to stay until it is safe to travel so the relief shift of nurses can come in. 

Like so many people across the country, we have been glued to the TV, following the storm's progress, and praying for our family and friends in Florida and for those impacted by Harvey and Irma in this country and other countries that were devastated by the storms. It is not over yet as people face clean up, destruction of property, loss of life, missing pets, and all the other horrible  things disaster brings. Those of us fortunate to live outside the impacted areas may not physically be able to help, but we certainly can dig deep into our pockets and donate to the Red Cross or other disaster relief organizations that offer such important services in times of need.

Puppy Updates and Photos

The puppies are growing, getting cuter day by day, eating solid food, and pooping a lot. (Kimmi and Shadow decided clean-up duty is now my responsibility -- Luna has not started to wean her puppies yet.) They are enjoying their toys and chew bones, tearing up piddle pads, and exhibiting their joy of life. They are on the go and then suddenly things are quiet and there they are, asleep in a puppy pile.

Here are the most recent pictures.

Josh and Shadow Puppies - 8 weeks old

 

Finn

Georgie

Grace (formerly known as Lucy)

Grady

Lacy

 Rafe and Kimmi Puppies - 7 weeks old

 

Copper

Daisy

Hunter

Miles

 

Winslow and Luna Puppies - 5 weeks old

Bekka

Dottie

Griffin

left: Linc   right: Chase

That's all for today. I feel mentally exhausted after all the worrying over the last few days. The puppies and other Lhasas helped relieve some of the stress. It is hard not to smile when the puppies are so exuberant and loving. The adults can certainly sense stress and sadness and offered cuddles and kisses.

Life is indeed better when you have a Lhasa to love you! (and when you know your family is safe!)

Joyce