Life AP (after puppy)

What. the. hell. Ok, so things are crazy. I must be crazy. This dog is definitely crazy. She's a very determined, and willful pup. If I have to say, "No bite/no chew" one more time I am going to self-destruct. As soon as I am done writing this I am calling Petropolis to enroll Josie in puppy training classes. I think it wouldn't be so difficult if we didn't have Eve to worry about, too. Oh, and Eve is scared of her. I don't blame her. Josie jumps up on her and tries to play. Eve has such a strong startle reflex that she goes to pieces. But, when Josie finally tires herself out, she is the most adorable, loving pup. She climbs up on your lap and is a snuggle freak. She is very attached to us and follows me around like a shadow. I am really really hoping that this is just her puppy stage and that she will be more calm and obedient as an adult. Oh boy. At the very least, she should make for some good blog fodder. Oh, here's a story for you: Jim's parents were here last weekend when we got Josie. Thank goodness, because just picking her up from the airport was a hassle. We drove all the way out to Atlanta to find that the flight had been canceled. We made the return trip the next morning. We arrived back at the house with a pup who took no time in become comfortable and worked off her pent up energy by jumping up on us. Guess what I learned? My mother-in-law has very thin skin on her legs! You'd think Josie had razor blades for nails! But, after the transfusion (j/k) and multiple band aids (not j/k), she was good to go. Fortunately, we didn't have to do any first aid the rest of the weekend. ;)

As for Eve, I finally got a call from the new genetics lab today. Our case has been reviewed and I can call on Monday to set up a consult with Dr. Kendal (sp?) who apparently used to work with Dr. Shoffner. The best part? The new doc is in network and also accepts medicaid! Thus, we wouldn't have to pay for any of the testing!! Yay! BTW, the bills have yet to come from the biopsy. Sheesh. I am getting too comfortable and forgetting that they are on the horizon. Let's see...we've also ordered a wheelchair for Eve. It should come in about 2-3 months. Hopefully, she can get it for the start of school in August.