We realized last night, all of a sudden, that we would need to find someone to dog-sit for us when we go to Scotland. This is going to be 2 weeks, so we can't just leave Barley (our Sheltie) home and have someone come in three times a day to walk him. He would be too lonely. And we can't put him in a kennel for 2 weeks. He would go into his trying-to-knaw-his-foot-off routine. And with 2 whole weeks, would probably succeed this time.
So, I had a bit of a panic attack about what we could do with him. But this morning, on my morning Starbucks run, I asked a couple of the baristas if they knew anyone who might be interested. One of them, a sweet 23 yr-old named Katie, said that she would like to. I have spent quite a bit of time talking with Katie in the past and she seems to be a very sweet and honest person. I am thrilled that she wants to do it and she is thrilled to be both closer to work and able to earn a little extra cash.
So, yay! One more item off my list.
Oh, I can not wait to see your photos from this trip!
If I lived close I would dog sit for you!!
Posted by: thesoulofhope | Wednesday, January 26, 2005 at 04:46 AM
It's difficult to go on trips and leave pets. Your barista sounds wonderful; what serendipity that she just happens to want to help you solve that problem. My paternal grandfather came to the US from Scotland so I would love to visit there. I've only been to England.
Posted by: Margaret | Tuesday, January 25, 2005 at 04:17 PM
I have two dogs and I know what you mean about taking extended trips. One would be fine in the kennel but the other would die of his own neurosis or a broken heart. Glad you found someone.
Posted by: Arlene | Tuesday, January 25, 2005 at 11:27 AM
LOVE the new banner--- perhaps cause I'm an Aquarius and WAIT *skids to a halt* why don't I just say "ditto" to everything leslie already said? Cause she said everything I wanted to: including how JEALOUS I am of your trip to Scotland-- you better post lots of photos here!!
Posted by: bluepoppy | Tuesday, January 25, 2005 at 08:06 AM
This is fantastic to hear that you are going to Scotland! I'll be looking forward to posts about your upcoming trip...it's always something memorable that someone says which makes wanting to visit a new place even more exciting.
Posted by: rowena | Tuesday, January 25, 2005 at 01:23 AM
the joys of travel...I am so jealous cuz you are going to Scotland, the land of my ancestors....!!!
and i just love your new banner.....well, partly cuz i'm an aquarian... it is so wistful....
Posted by: leslie | Monday, January 24, 2005 at 11:03 PM