Life got exciting around here when Ellie and Abby, two wiener dogs, came for a visit. They’re here while my brother and his family are on vacation. Abby, you may recall, was our dog until Anne went to college. Then, at my sister-in-law Valerie’s request, she moved to their house last October.
Both dogs miss Valerie, and Valerie misses them. In fact, the dogs received an email from Val Saturday morning. You’ll find the dogs’ reply to their beloved mistress below.
Dear Valerie,
We miss you very much. Ellie is not eating very much and doesn’t appreciate the bald guy who gives her pills. But don’t worry, I eat all Ellie’s left over food for her and any pills she spits out.
However, things aren’t fair around here. Ever since they figured out Ellie will eat if the short-haired lady puts a spoonful of turkey broth on her dog food, they’ve been putting me in the other room when Ellie eats. This is not right, even though I do get to lick the bald guy’s ankles every morning.
Two things are really good around here: sleeping upstairs with the girl and running around the big yard. We really like that, Ellie even more than me. In fact, I shouldn’t tell you, but she got a little sunburn yesterday on the bare, white spots on her back. The girl put aloe lotion on the spots last night. This morning she put some sun block on her. I don’t think it’s fair that Ellie gets so much attention from the girl. But I am dealing with it.
I know I used to live here and I shouldn’t say this, but I like you guys better. I am making the best of things, barking at every noise, licking the dishes when the dishwasher is open, and cheering up Ellie as best I can. It’s not fair that I have to do all the work while Ellie gets all the attention. But I won’t complain.
Have a good time, but don’t forget about us. Enjoy Washington DC. Bring back pictures of all the War Dog Memorials.
Barks and licks,
Abby
