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WOW! What a looker! He has really grown. Bella turns a year old next month and I'll have to post some pics. I haven't been very good about taking pictures OR posting. Teddy is a doll. I think he's gorgeous.

Bella has this same problem. She gets sooooo excited when she sees kids, but sadly the parents interpret her excitement as strange for an "adult dog" and literally will turn and walk the other way. If they knew she was still young, then maybe her behavior would seem more normal. I too, find myself saying over and over and over again, "She's still a puppy. She's very friendly but gets excited to meet people". Even with that disclaimer many people walk around us and give Bella huge space. They're not really interested in trying. I suppose it's just part of the Big Paw experience.

Ya know, this might sound yucky... especially when you're nauseous, but when I was in my "morning sickness" phases (which were actually 24-hour sickness stages) I tried everything and nothing worked until this nurse told me to try a hard boiled egg. Worked like a charm. It's this nice dense protein, yet fairly bland and unfancy so it sticks around and keeps things settled. It really worked for me when nothing else would. Hope you feel better soon.

So sorry to hear about Tisha. You made her life wonderful, though! Remember that. I'm sure Tisha is waiting for you.

Wow. First, I am sorry that this is happening to you. I know where you are at; I've been there. What got me through it was telling myself over and over again that someday in the near future I'll look at my situation and be thankful that it happened. That some morning, I'll wake up and realize that the door that was slammed in my face opened up 6 others and all the great things about my life are there because that door was slammed. I would tell myself that every day and one day it was finally true. I know it hurts now, and feels like nothing's ever going to be ok or be the way it's supposed to be. I understand you're feeling of being lost. Your husband is not the man who was meant for you. Someone better, more devoted, more loving and more wonderful was and so this is just part of your journey.

When things finally got better for me, I realized how many things were truly wrong with the way he treated me. I just loved him too much at the time to see it. I think as time moves on you'll find your own strength- in places you didn't even know about- and you'll find reasons for why this was a good thing in the end. I realize this is all down the road, and I am not trying to trivialize how you're feeling now. I just wanted to let you know that you'll survive... you'll THRIVE!!!!! I know it. If you need anything, we are all here for you Blair.

Angeleen

I'm happy to hear that Rogue is doing so well. She has grown into quite a beauty! You are really good at picking out the lookers!  I am sure it must feel good to know that you found her the right home.  SHe looks very happy and healthy.

WOW! Nice kitchen! I love, love, love fixing up my house. I have to do it all myself of course since there isn't a man around. I don't know if it takes longer because it's just me, or goes faster because there's no male involvement... Anyway, my next project is wood flooring. I hope that my next project will look as good quality as your kitchen!

Oh, and dinner sounds yummy.

I have also had good luck with Gentle Leader.  There are many options. Welcome to BPO, I am Angeleen and I own a 10 month old Saint.  I have trained Bella to heal and not to pull, but when we see another dog coming (especially if it's one of her park friends) all training usually goes right out the door.  Do some research on all the options out there (harnesses, different collars, etc) and find one that will work for you. You'll be amazed at the difference. Also, once the dog gets used to it, I think it makes them realize that you are in control not them and that seems to help in other areas as well.

Good luck! And do post some pics!!!