7!

Our biggest baby is 7 years old today! I still remember when we made the decision to get another dog. PJ (our daschund) was getting older and showing signs that he may not last much longer, making it very sad for us. The boys' rocket football coach said his lab was to have babies by Christmas and would always put in that punch line, "you wouldn't be interested in a baby lab, would ya??" Well we gave in. We actually gave Maizy to the kids on Christmas morning since he lived just down the road. We hurried and got her for just a little bit (since she couldn't be away from her momma for long), put her in a little box and gave it to the kids. Their faces lit up with disbelief and love when they opened it! It was only a few days before we were able to actually have her at home with us and what a journey it has been thus far. What an ornery puppy she was. She loved to sleep in Ben's slippers and of course, grab them up to be chased around the house shen she thought she wasn't getting enough attention. That first year was definitely a challenge but we made it and couldn't ask for a more well behaved dog. The unconditional love this dog has for all of us! She loves to go out in the woods with Ben. He has taken her pheasant hunting and bunny hunting and knows exactly where she is going when Ben pulls out the orange vest for her. I have been witness to her going crazy as he gets up into his stands. She jumps and howls till Ben comes down. Maizy loves to play ball too. Tennis balls are her FAVORITE! She has also been a good fetch dog for golf balls as the boys practice short drives in the yard. She brings em right back for the next shot. Maizy loves eggs and knows every weekend morning Ben gives her an egg on top of her food, although Sunday is her big breakfast morning. She also sits beside the bed waiting for a piece of cheese every night before going to sleep...yes, she is a spoiled dog, but we LOVE her and wouldn't have it any other way!!! Happy birthday, Maizy!!! Lots of love and extra bones today!