Thanks... for Rocky

This time of year makes me so thankful for everything and everyone that I have in my life. I've decided to actually put those thanks into words and pictures and see how the act of expressing my thanks impacts my life. It may do nothing, it may simply be my little joy in the evening to give thanks for some part of my charmed life... or, it will make each day a tiny bit more joyous for me. I believe that the idea was first ingrained by Oprah, who else, with her Gratitude Journal. Some days, it may be thanks, some may be gratitude. But, the intent is there.

Happy December 1st. It's one of my favorite days of the year. Today, I am most thankful for Rocky.

I know, I know, Zoey came first, but there's something about Rocky's personality that has made the last 6 months that we've had him so fun and energetic. He's smart, very smart. And the worst part, is he is smart in a mischievous sort of way. He's a rascal and he knows it. But, he loves us just a little more than defies us, which is positive. He loves to socialize, whether it is wrestling with Zoey or the man, or cuddling with me.

He's started this cute new greeting custom that I love. Now, he used to be a "jump on you the minute you hit the doorway" sort of dog. He's very springy, and it is quite embarrassing to have to yell at your dog while lovingly greeting your guests. So, as we've broken him of his jumping habit, he's, in turn, started to walk through your legs when you come in. He pushes his way through your legs so that you can pet him and then he spins around and come back through again. I'm sure it bothers some-- they probably think, "I wish these people would get control of their dog. I don't want dog hair all over my pants!" But, I love it. So, blame me, not him.

He's a very cute pup and pretty well mannered for 9 months old. In short, I'm thankful for him. We rescued him from a local rescue on a spur of the moment sort of afternoon and I've questioned whether we should have gotten him in the past. But, today, right now, I'm so happy to have him. I'm thankful for Rocky.