Guest Post: Sara's Comments
Here is the text of an email I received from my mom containing her reflections on her time with Calvin thus far. Enjoy, I laughed till I cried.Things I've come to understand about Calvin:
He doesn't mind very well.
He loves with all of his heart.
He is sure he will win when there is a stand-off.
When he sees he's losing, he whines, barks, or growls.
He realizes that obedience has its rewards.
He knows his Cloud Top boundaries indoors, even when doors are open.
He doesn't know his boundaries outdoors, even when gates are closed.
He hates all appliances, including washer and dryer in his bedroom, and is afraid of the broom.
He loves the occasional trip upstairs, usually brief, and has forgotten to grab all of the stuffed toys.
The kitchen/utility is his kitchen, bedroom; the den is his playroom, unfortunately.
He is good Monday through Friday, mostly, and horrible on the week-ends. (Can you say "Granddad has come home?") Also, see den comment above.
The squirrels are smarter than he is.
His bed has several Freudian definitions, which I refuse to identify.
He much prefers soft voices, nuzzling, and kind words to harshness and turmoil.
He has just begun to chew bones in the evening without the terrorizing behavior that has accompanied this treat. Please notice the words "just begun".
His preference is for all to be together in the same room or area.
When everyone is together, he acts awful.
He misses his parents, I'm sure, although maybe with more contentment than two months ago.
He keeps me company, and we have lots of quiet conversations and observations together.
I'll probably miss him in 2006. Probably.
He is much-loved.
posted by John and Mag @ 9:58 AM
1 Comments:
I think Grandma is going to miss Calvin. It was a very sweet tribute to Cal and seems consistent with the Cal I know! -Wooed
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