A pup in the house...

My sister has a lovely, framed, vintage picture that hangs on her wall. It is an indoor scene, with a little toddler in the foreground. It says, "A babe in the house is a wellspring of pleasure."  We don't have any babes about, but we do have Opal.

Four pounds of confidence and bounce, Opal is an 8 week old Pug. She is the new love of Rachel and Evans, and as such will be spending a bit of time here. I couldn't be happier.

It was in December that a groomer friend mentioned she knew of a litter of pugs expected in the neighboring town quite soon. On a whim, I called the breeder and had a chat. The pups would be ready to go to new homes in mid February. Rachel turns 30 in March. I suggested that a puppy might be a fun birthday present.  After some discussion, my offer was accepted. Then unfolded several visits. We went to meet the prospective parent pugs. They were sweet. Their owner was kind and kept us in the loop, sending a message when labor began, and pictures of seven wee puppies the day they entered the world. She let us visit the litter twice, such fun!  Almost every day she sent fresh pictures and updates. Our enthusiasm grew in pace with the pups.

Eight weeks flew past, and now the birthday puppy is beginning her new life and bringing a lot of joy with every snort, wiggle and kiss.

 We have a grandpug!  I can't wait to see her grow and play and delight us all with her antics. I suspect she will be a wellspring of pleasure.

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