Around the Town

As dogs, we love the holidays because it forces the humans in our lives to get together with loved ones, which means more people to love us and more food droppings to fall to the floor. I love the whole holiday season. Weeks before Christmas, Tom puts up the tree and decorates the house. It's quite enjoyable watching him dance around the house listening to Christmas music as he decks his halls. As busy as it is, I think every year at this time, it makes Tom stop and enjoy life more fully. Please do not share this anyone, but he watches every Christmas movie that was made and laughs and cries like a little boy. Sometimes I wish I would have known him when he was a boy. Another thing he would never confess is he keeps the Hallmark Channel on consistently. He calls it "background noise." Sure.

For me, this time of year and when I celebrate my life in Middleburg. Tom found me at the Christmas parade eight years ago, and I have been his since. I love a lot of people in town. I have adopted a large family here in Middleburg. I know many humans have lost people they love, or maybe are far away from family. I feel so blessed to have been adopted. Sometimes the people we adopt become the most trusted, authentic, and dedicated individuals you can ask for. I have adopted hundreds of humans as my family. As I always say, "You can't have enough love." I hope during this holiday season, you will reach out to those who might have lonely feelings or those who long for a family. I know it's harder for you than it is for us dogs because we can use our naturally pining eyes, or if we want to connect with a human, we lick them, although I would not recommend that approach.

Thank you to everyone who has become my "family," and I hope for all of you that might need more love during this holiday season – reach out to a four or two-legged friend and be open to allowing them into your life as a family.