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I keep not posting because I don't feel like loading the pictures. So, pictures will follow. We just had a very nice visit with Aunt Connie. Unfortunately, Ryan was still sick, I had residual cold, and Lydia had a two day 104 temp (that did come down with Motrin). Poor Aunt Connie. She took care of Lydia and Ryan at different times and fought the cold. We all enjoyed her very much, but I'm thinking no one will want to visit us because of the germ fest.

Ryan's birthday was fabulous at Chuck E. Cheese again. He was beginning the sickness at that point, sadly. We had a grand time and hopefully didn't infect any unsuspecting families.

After 7 trips to the Animal Shelter, we got a dog. She is very sweet. Lucky for me, happened to be potty trained. She weighs 43 pounds, which is a nice medium size. But, she has started chewing everything in sight. Alas. So far, it is mostly when we leave her and we leave her outside because we have a big yard, shaded area, and beautiful coastal So CA weather. We have only lost some outside toys that were a little weathered, but it is trouble. If she would only chew her bones and other treats instead of burying them, we would be much better off. Her name is Brindy and she is definitely an odd mix of something, but, once again, very sweet and good with the kids.

Lydia has a print ad for the Care N Cure Wild Animals on page 152 in the toy insider special advertising section of Redbook Magazine. We just happened to hear she was in it from another family. It is fun for us to see it.

I wish my mother a very happy birthday, today! Love you, Mom!