This is the look of a dog who is happy and content...for the moment. See that silly grin? The poor "child" has been sadly neglected, as you can tell by the lack of Facebook posts which feature her. This does not mean we love her any less, it just means we lead busy lives. As I finish up another semester of teaching, we are definitely looking forward to more time to play! That being said, a growing 1 1/2 year old puppy (in a dog's body) needs exercise and play time. The winter was not as harsh as it has been in the past - Hallelujah -so we did manage some excursions in the snow. As the weather continues to become more spring-like, she has discovered she DOES like water after-all. At least the calm variety. She is also intrigued by flowers...and fortunately has not had to taste them! When she is not outside she has to occupy herself somehow, so there is the terrorizing of the cat... ...helping me write... ...