??? days left and guess who is getting scared? Not Becca! I have been thinking about having to care for an animal which will likely be as big as my daughter. Just thinking about it is overwhelming. My mom always said having a dog is like having a two year old forever. Becca’s baseline is about three years old. Whoa boy! Two beings the size of small adults and with toddler minds. Yeah!
Following is something I wrote tonite for the 4paws family network decided to share it with all of you as well.
OK everyone think: “Whistle a Happy Tune” from The King And I
(Mom’s verse)
When juggling all the balls
that make up my crazy life
I think about adding a dog
And I just want to run and hide
How will I ever manage
To control a dog that huge
can I ever pass certification?
Will my disaster make the six o’clock news?
My daughter needs this S.D.
Of this I am convinced
But will I survive, so disorganized
Oh God is it to late to quit?
Oh someone give me a hug
And the strength to carry on
For August here I come
The days and clock just keep ticking on.
(Child’s verse)
When ever I feel afraid
I think of my new friend
And make my funny noise
And (s)he is there to calm me down
When walking in the mall
I no longer get lost
My tether keeps me tied
And safe beside my mom while she shops
The result of this connection
Is very strange to tell
For while I get independence
My mom gets some as well.
So , I travel with my S.D.
And my S.D. watches me
And life is getting easier
Because I have a friend who walks with me.
And Yes I write when I need to get something out of my system.
And Yes I am stressing about being disorganized and the size the SD will need to be to tether my adult daughter.
And Yes I am trying to stay upbeat thus the catchy tune and the second verse that was actually written first. Figured I might as well be real and write the mom’s verse too.
Since my hubby laughed out loud when I shared it with him I’ll be brave and share it with you.
Nancy Tally
August Hot Dogs 2010
