Becca's Dream

??? 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

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