Going Green

The images that come to mind when you think of Texas are usually that of sagebrush, lonestars, cowboy hats, etc. I never would have expected any part of Texas to get this green in the spring time...but here in Longview it's gorgeous! Yesterday I decided I just had to take some pictures. I'm so glad I live in a place with so many trees.

The Difference between Cats and Dogs

Tai's dad forwarded me this email entitled "Pet Diaries"...I laughed pretty hard. Of course, I could just be REALLY tired so everything is funny...but all you pet lovers out there might appreciate it.

Excerpts from a Dog's Diary:
6:00 am - At last! I go pee! My favorite thing!
8:00 am - Dog food! My favorite thing!
9:30 am - A car ride! My favorite thing
9:40 am - A walk in the park! My favorite thing!
10:30 am - Got rubbed and petted! My favorite thing!
12:00 pm - Lunch! My favorite thing!
1:00 pm - Played in the yard! My favorite thing!
3:00 pm - Wagged my tail! My favorite thing!
5:00 pm - Milk bones! My favorite thing!
6:00 pm - They're home! My favorite thing!
7:00 pm - Got to play ball! My favorite thing!
8:00 pm - Wow! Watched TV with the people! My favorite thing!
11:00 pm - Sleeping on the bed! My favorite thing!

Excerpts from a Cat's Diary: Day 983 of my captivity. My captors continue to taunt me with bizarre little dangling objects. They dine lavishly on fresh meat, while the other inmates and I are fed hash or some sort of dry nuggets. Although I make my contempt for the rations perfectly clear, I nevertheless must eat something in order to keep up my strength. The only thing that keeps me going is my dream of escape. In an attempt to disgust them, I once again vomit on the carpet. Today I decapitated a mouse and dropped its headless body at their feet. I had hoped this would strike fear into their hearts, since it clearly demonstrates what I am capable of. However, they merely made condescending comments about what a "good little hunter" I am. There was some sort of assembly of their accomplices tonight. I was placed in solitary confinement for the duration of the event. I could hear the noises and smell the food. I overheard that my confinement was due to the power of "allergies." I must learn what this means, and how to use it to my advantage. Today I was almost successful in an attempt to assassinate one of my tormentors by weaving around his feet as he was walking. I must try this again tomorrow -- but at the top of the stairs. I am convinced that the other prisoners here are flunkies and snitches. The dog receives special privileges. He is regularly released - and seems to be more than willing to return. He is obviously retarded.

Bath time for Bronco

When we brought little Bronco home from the humane society, he was so filthy that we just had to give him a bath. Now days, a bubble bath in the sink promptly followed by a blow dry has become the weekly norm. I actually think he kind of enjoys the whole thing.

Under construction

Even though our lives are fairly uneventful, I've decided I need to dedicate a little bit more time to our blog in order to stay in better touch with friends and family.

Consequently, our blog is undergoing some construction to make it visually more appealing! If you find yourself curious about what we are doing, please check back often for updates.

In staying with the construction theme...Tai is building me a tumble strip of my very own! This means I will have a small stretch of spring floor to practice tumbling on just two minutes from home at our office. I am so excited! Pics will be posted soon!