Transitions
Originally published at Pittsburgh Girlie. You can comment here or there.
That should really be my word right now because there pretty much isn’t a single part of my life that isn’t in transition.
I was worried and anxious about my pup while I was at work, so I ditched a bit early to check on her. She had managed to escape from her crate! This was my fault for not making sure both door pegs were through the holes. She pushed her way through a mostly closed door. Ate the cat’s food and pooped on the carpet. I can’t blame her though, she didn’t go in the morning. She’s not with the schedule yet. She’s peed a couple of times on the carpet too. Always different spots. I haven’t caught her doing it, so I can’t scold her for it. I just put her outside and get it cleaned up. I should buy stock in Resolve.
After I cleaned all that up I took her for a nice walk and she did really well. We passed some people here and there and she barked playfully but always continued on when I prompted her. She stayed with me and didn’t pull. I am so very pleased.
The house is a mess, everything is being sorted, tossed, packed, moved. It’s hard to get used to your new home when it’s in flux. I’m trying to keep as much of the dog’s stuff steady as I can. Two friends came over last night, independently. The dog was not thrilled and these are people who I know are good with animals. I tried to reassure her. It’s hard to reassure someone without a name. I want her to be comfortable here and I want her to accept that people will be in the house from time to time.
The best part about last night was when Morgan decided to come curl up with me on the sofa. The dog was across the room and she just picked her head up and watched then settled back in. I know all of this will take time and I know it will take a lot of patience on my part. I’m sad that I’m questioning myself but I am not alone and I will ask for help. I really think she can and will be a sweet, friendly, loving dog. Right now she needs constant instant gratification.
Oh yeah, she says her name is Darby.