1. inside activities while outside it rains...
2. play dough love hearts...
3. knitting cardigans with my mum...
4. I'm having to concentrate and count every stitch on this pattern...
5. a reward for NAPLAN students...
6 and 7. changing earrings for the first time...
8. Stella and Tessa. This dog surprised me in every way*
9. Ruby and Donny...
10. fancy tails at the Million Paws Walk...
11. taking the river path back...
12. banana chocolate marshmallow parcels...
* On Sunday we volunteered at the Million Paws Walk. This is Tessa.
Each year we take a dog from the Shelter for a day out. My criteria: good natured, sociable with other dogs, good with kids, able to be walked by my children.
I've always looked for the smaller fluffy type dogs that seem easier to manage. This year we took Tessa, a cattle-staffy cross. I've always associated these breeds with a little more... hyperactivity, shall we say?
Well, Tessa proved me wrong. She was calm, friendly, fantastic with the kids and a complete darling. She sat for treats, she dropped and stayed, she walked like a dream and seemed in every way to enjoy her day out. I was completely smitten by her.
If I was in a position to adopt a dog, I would definitely consider her. She was so good with Stella; it was just lovely to see.
She's looking for a home; if you're in QLD and considering a dog, please look at her page.
She's been in shelter such a long time.
How wonderful that you are teaching your girls about animals and the good that comes out of helping them! Such an outstanding lesson! And everything that is happening in your world is beautiful! From the play dough to the cookies! Just awesome! Nicole xoxo
ReplyDeleteShe sounds like a lovely dog. What a wonderful thing you're doing. I love seeing the earrings get changed for the first time, it's a momentous occasion. I remember when it happened to me thirty years ago. :)
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