Every boy needs a dog
Charlie has been asking for a dog for years. I am definitely a dog person ~ my heart sinks a little every time I think about my sweet Braxton. I. Loved. That. Baby Girl. The loyalty and love that a dog gives to its people is indescribable. I do believe that every little boy needs to experience all the joy (and responsibility) that comes with having a dog. That said, wowza... it's a lot.. the hair, the wear and tear on your house, the cost... one more thing pulling at you... Richie and I have waited a long time (almost 6 years since Braxton) before even having a real conversation about considering it. Something changed this year and we began warming up to the idea. At some point, we told the boys that after our summer trips, we will get serious about getting a puppy. Then this happens... a series of text messages from my cousin, Nicole... one of my golden retriever kindred spirits... sigh... So we did. We went over to see him (danger ...