"What a WONDERFUL husband you have"

We had a bit of a traveling nightmare today as Jackson and I were on different flights since I was originally scheduled to fly from NYC to meet him in Savannah. That, obviously, was not going to work and his flights were sold out. I got booked on United to depart and arrive within an hour of him. Well....UNITED IS THE WORST AIRLINE IN THE WORLD. IN THE WORLD. IN THE WHOLE WIDE WORLD. (end of rant.)

I was actually on my United flight when the pilot comes on and announces that the flight had been deleted from the system accidentally and was now delayed. UGH. I had a close connection and was going to get stuck in NYC overnight. (Hilarious, might I add, that I would have been stuck in NYC after my heart break of the delayed project.)

Thankfully, Jackson was still in the terminal and was able to talk to a really nice gate agent, Corina, and got me booked on a new Delta flight. I will be at the airport for 4 hours by the time I take off, but c'est la vie.

Anyway, as I am getting off of my United flight I pass a lady in the jet way who was in the terminal with Jackson. She says, "Oh you must be Mrs. Petefish! What a sweet, sweet husband you have to take care of you like that." It made my heart smile. Yes, Jackson sometimes makes me want to scream my head off, but he loves me and takes such good care of me. I love him, too.

Here's to a great 5th anniversary weekend getaway with my WONDERFUL husband...once we finally get there....

Funny pup

I got these photos of Madison celebrating the big 1-0. Please notice her "bandage" on her leg.

"Oh, you want me to share with Macy?! What in the world?!"

"Madison" also sent me this email:

I wanted to send out a few pictures of my 10th birthday party! Thank you for all the birthday wishes and cards. My mom & dad got me a cake, some new balls (my favorite game) and several new bone treats. What a great day I've had. As you all know I had a life changing injury when I was only 7 weeks old. I still have to wear a cast but I know I've been so blessed. I know there are a lot of dogs out there that have it much worse off than me. So again thank you all for all your well wishes and prayers over my first ten years, and I'm ready for ten more great years! I love you all. Grace Madison Duckwall

Now the reason that this makes me laugh SO hard and shake my head at Guy is that when Madison was 7 weeks old I was taking her outside. It was a gusty winter's day and the wind caught the door and it shut on her BACK leg. She was OK and nothing was broken, but Guy has never let me forget it. Imagine my surprise when this emails comes through showing Madison wearing a "bandage" on the leg that was never hurt. What a nerd he is. I laughed and laughed. I had a terrible day and this was a welcome stress reliever. Thanks, Madison. ;)

10 very happy years

Today my favorite little dog (sorry, MacKenzie, but it is true) Ms. Madison ("Boney") turns 10! I cannot believe my little girl is 10 already. Time certainly does fly when you're having fun. I think about all the joy that Madison has brought to my life and it brings tears to my eyes. I know that is a little weird, but it is true. Madison signifies home to me. We got her when I was just a pup myself- 17! She was the sweetest little puppy and always made sure to wake me up for school. She was who I looked forward to seeing when I visited in college and even made an appearance at our wedding. I can remember her visiting me once at IU and I heard her bark from the 10th floor and ruined her surprise visit! She is the best little dog I have ever known and I wish her many, many, many, many, many more years of health and happiness. Happy birthday, Boney. I love you!

Delayed NYC= Broken-hearted

As some of you know, my NYC project got postponed. I got an email on the Saturday morning before my scheduled Sunday departure. To say that I was upset would be the biggest understatement ever. EVER. I pretty much cried the whole day because I was just so excited to go and work in the City. The start date was delayed until January 3rd, but that did not work for me for a few reasons:

1. I really wanted to be in the City for Christmas. Forget business need, I have tourist needs- HA!

2. I am scheduled to be in India January 6- late February. It would be a bit of a commute from India to NYC. ;)

At this point whether or not I go work in the City is up in the air. I would still love to be there for the spring and that option is on the table. Everything really depends on how my other client work ends up. I know...biggest bummer ever. I've been in a funk for days on end now. I'm pretty sure Jackson would like to pound whoever caused the delay! ;):)

I'm still wanting to go to NYC to see the Rockettes' new show this year. TEAR.

Happy Halloween

Our first Halloween in our new house was a success. We had so many trick-or-treaters that we ran out of candy early. WHOOPS! We will know better next year. (I secretly gave like 4 pieces each to the early kids. Hey! The early bird gets the worm!) MacKenzie loved all of "her" visitors. She went wild and said hello to almost every little kid. There were some great costumes and some were pretty weak. MacKenzie's highlight of the night was when Boomer stopped by to bring her a treat bag. What a sweet puppy friend he is.

Side note: I have now cleaned up all of our Halloween decor and I am ready for Thanksgiving. :)

Taking good care of Grammy

MacKenzie keeping watch over her Grammy. Keep reading to find out why...
Susie had some foot surgery on Friday morning. Jackson and MacKenzie went to check on her that evening (I accidentally fell asleep...it was a long week) and when she stood up there was a bleed out. I will not go into anymore detail because quite frankly it makes me sick, but long story short Jackson had to rush Susie to ER. I SLEPT THROUGH THE WHOLE ORDEAL! INSANE! I wake up to a text that they're at the hospital. My goodness.
We decided that Susie should not be alone so we moved her to our place. She decided she wanted to sleep on the couch so we let her. MacKenzie loved the entertainment of having her Grammy stuck on the couch unable to escape her constant ball games. HA!
MacKenzie is not normally the best little nurse, but she was really good to Susie.
This was pretty much how they both looked all weekend. Susie is on the mend and hopes to mobile again soon!

A ball game = pure joy

I was feeling "crafty" today so I was getting all of my window wreaths ready. Yes, I am that excited to decorate our new house for Christmas. Leave it. Also, I realize that those bows appear to be santa belts- and I hate santa- but Jackson just LOVED those bows and we just HAD to get them...sigh. (My version of crafty is buying plain wreaths and putting on bows- HA!) Anyway, MacKenzie does not have much patience for me sitting on the floor and not playing ball so we took her out for a game.
This is what she looks like when she is bringing the ball back to you- a few shakes and then she will drop it.
"Throw the ball!!!" (She is seriously the cutest dog I have ever seen.)
We tried a new ball playing spot today, the side yard. It worked out really well and will likely be our new go-to place.
I loved this action shot. We just enjoy this pup. :)