The Finish Line

Since my brother's passing in February, I've felt like my life has been like running a marathon.  Each event of the past few months from the sale of my Mom's home, to Todd's "Rocky Creek Scottie Reunion," have all been mile-markers along the way.  Some of the miles traveled, like the reunion, were great fun! Others have been both difficult and challenging.    

~Todd (right), greeting his litter-mate and sister Stirling~ 

But now, with no more trips planned for a few months, most of the family matters settled, I have limped across the finish line and I feel nothing but relief.  I think it all caught up with me. Last week I was feeling worn out and went to bed a few nights before it was even dark. Now I'm feeling energized and have caught up on several things I've been neglecting.  This weekend I've felt no stress and have been able to enjoy being home.

I did however take the lovely Lexi back to the vet on Saturday for a recheck of her infected ears.

Other than her ears and what appears to be a thyroid problem, she's a healthy girl. Lexi did have a bit of a bumpy start here at Golden Pines because of a pretty upset stomach, that affected her appetite for more than a week. It's easy to tell that she's feeling much better, because she is a really enthusiastic eater!  Lexi may forget about being a lady at mealtimes, but she does know when it's time to leave, as you can see in the photo below--She thought it was time to leave the vet!  

With that, we're feeling ready for summer, and ready (I hope) for whatever may be ahead.  I think Georgie is ready and excited about it, don't you?