a best friend

Amanda is adjusting to life without brothers this week.

I'm an OK playmate.

But Farley is much more fun. He is endlessly patient with Amanda. He loves to run up and down the hall with her. He soaks in the attention when she puts a chain on him and "walks" him, while pushing her babies in a stroller. He graciously accepts her kisses and hugs. And, most importantly, he is 100% devoted and attentive to her. There are no phone calls or emails to distract him.


Yesterday, he even wore sunglasses for about 1 nanosecond.

Oh how I am thankful for our dog!

PS - The boys are also adjusting to life at school. Yesterday, Andrew told me, "I just want to stay home and hold Cici all day" as he was meeting the bus. But, he arrived home excited about recess and PE.